Urology

ACV may modestly support erectile function after 65 by improving insulin sensitivity, weight control, and circulation, but it is not a cure and there are several factors to consider. See below for important limitations and how your overall health and medications could change the risks and benefits. Key interactions to know: higher risk of low blood sugar with metformin, insulin, or sulfonylureas; low potassium and possible digoxin toxicity when combined with diuretics; more stomach irritation with aspirin or clopidogrel; and while ACV does not directly affect sildenafil or tadalafil, the usual nitrate plus PDE5 warning still applies. Start with small diluted doses and talk to your clinician; dosing tips, monitoring advice, and red flags that should prompt urgent care are outlined below.

Beet juice may support erections by boosting nitric oxide through the dietary nitrate to nitrite to NO pathway driven by oral bacteria, which relaxes blood vessels and improves penile blood flow. Evidence is promising but limited; common use is 70 to 250 mL taken 2 to 3 hours before activity or daily for several weeks, while considering blood pressure lowering, interactions with nitrates or PDE5 inhibitors, kidney stone risk from oxalates, and avoiding antiseptic mouthwash around dosing. There are several factors to consider, and important dosing, who-benefits, and safety details are explained below.

L-citrulline may modestly help mild erectile dysfunction by increasing nitric oxide and blood flow, and most adults tolerate 1.5 to 3 g daily with minor stomach upset. There are several factors to consider; see below to understand more. Older men should be cautious if they have low blood pressure or heart disease, use nitrates, antihypertensives, PDE5 drugs or blood thinners, or have kidney or liver disease, and should monitor for dizziness, chest pain, vision changes or swelling and speak with a clinician before starting.

L-arginine, a nitric oxide precursor, is the ED supplement most likely to help, with modest improvements seen in studies when taken daily at higher doses around 3 to 6 grams, especially in mild to moderate cases. Results vary by person and are generally less robust than prescription PDE-5 medications. There are several factors to consider, including proper dosing, slower onset, side effects like stomach upset or low blood pressure, and important interactions such as with nitrates or blood pressure and diabetes drugs. See below for who might benefit, how to use it safely, and when to speak with a clinician.

Nitric oxide supplements for ED, like L-arginine, L-citrulline, and beetroot, can modestly help mild to moderate symptoms by improving blood flow, with combination formulas sometimes working better than single ingredients, though they are generally less potent than prescription PDE5 inhibitors. There are several factors to consider. See below for dosing and timing tips, evidence on combos like L-arginine with pycnogenol, side effects such as headache or low blood pressure, key interactions with nitrates, PDE5 inhibitors, and alpha blockers, plus heart and liver cautions and when to seek care, since these details can shape your next steps.

Nitric oxide supplements for ED can help some men with mild to moderate symptoms by improving blood flow, but they are not a guaranteed fix and can cause blood pressure drops; mixing them with nitrates or PDE5 medicines can be dangerous, and quality and long-term safety are uncertain. There are several factors to consider, including his cardiovascular risk, current medications, and expectations, and a medical evaluation is important because ED can signal heart disease. See below for complete guidance on who might benefit or should avoid these supplements, how to integrate them with lifestyle and medical care, what side effects to monitor, and when to seek urgent help.

Royal honey products marketed for ED have prompted FDA warnings because many contain hidden prescription drugs like sildenafil or tadalafil, creating unpredictable dosing, dangerous interactions with heart medications, and potential liver stress. Safer choices include seeing a clinician, using FDA approved ED medications, and considering lifestyle or counseling options; see below for important details, red flags that need urgent care, and step by step guidance.

Not a miracle fix: ACV has no direct clinical evidence for improving erections, though it may modestly help underlying drivers like blood sugar, weight, and blood pressure. There are several factors to consider; see below for who should avoid it, safe dosing and timing, potential risks like enamel erosion, GI upset, and medication interactions, plus proven treatments and when to see a doctor.

There are several factors to consider: there is no clinical proof that apple cider vinegar treats ED, though it may modestly help via better blood sugar control, weight management, and cardiovascular health; if he tries it, dilute it and watch for tooth enamel erosion, reflux, and interactions with diabetes medications or diuretics. See below for details. Because ED can signal heart disease, diabetes, or hormonal issues, sudden or persistent symptoms should be evaluated by a clinician. See below for safe dosing tips, red flags, and evidence based options that could change the next steps.

There is no direct clinical evidence that apple cider vinegar treats erectile dysfunction; at best it may modestly improve related metabolic factors like insulin sensitivity, weight, and blood pressure, but benefits for erections remain unproven. Because ACV can erode teeth, irritate the gut, and interact with medicines, use only diluted 1 to 2 tablespoons daily and prioritize proven options like lifestyle changes and FDA-approved ED treatments, and seek medical care since ED can signal cardiovascular disease; key risks, safer alternatives, and next steps are explained below.

There are several factors to consider. Beet juice raises nitric oxide and can lower blood pressure and improve circulation, so it may modestly support erections in some men, but direct studies in erectile dysfunction are limited and it is not a substitute for proven treatments. Safety cautions with blood pressure or blood thinner medicines, kidney stone risk, how to use it, and when to see a clinician for persistent symptoms are detailed below and could influence your next steps.

Beet juice after 65 can support erections by boosting nitric oxide and blood flow, but it can also lower blood pressure and may increase oxalate load that contributes to kidney stones in susceptible people. There are several factors to consider, see below to understand more. If you have low blood pressure or use antihypertensive medicines, monitor your readings and start with small amounts; if you have a history of stones, hydrate, pair with dietary calcium, and limit portions, with more practical dosing, timing, and safety details provided below.

Evidence is limited: small, short trials and preclinical data suggest only modest benefit for mild ED, often requiring weeks of daily use and generally weaker than prescription PDE5 medicines. Side effects can include dizziness, low blood pressure, palpitations, and interactions with blood pressure medicines, anticoagulants, and nitrates, and product quality is a major concern due to undeclared PDE5 adulterants and variable icariin content. There are several factors to consider for safety, product choice, and when to seek care; see important details and next steps below. Talk with your clinician before trying it.

There are several factors to consider; early research suggests horny goat weed’s icariin may offer only mild, inconsistent ED benefits, and results are less reliable than prescription PDE5 inhibitors. See below to understand more, including safety risks and interactions, who should avoid it, how to choose and dose a product, signs that warrant a medical evaluation, and evidence-based alternatives that could be better next steps.

Watermelon can modestly support erections by providing L-citrulline that converts to nitric oxide, but research directly testing watermelon is limited and typical servings are unlikely to match the effectiveness of prescription ED medicines. There are several factors to consider, such as realistic dosing, blood sugar or kidney issues, and warning signs that ED may reflect cardiovascular disease; see below for the complete answer and guidance on next steps in your healthcare journey.

L-arginine can modestly improve erections in some men with mild to moderate ED by boosting nitric oxide, with small studies including 5 g daily for 6 weeks reporting benefits. Safety matters, since it can cause gastrointestinal upset and lower blood pressure and may interact with nitrates, PDE5 inhibitors, and conditions like herpes, asthma, or kidney and liver disease. There are several factors to consider; see below for dosing, who might benefit most, potential interactions, and when to seek care.

L-citrulline can modestly help erectile dysfunction by boosting nitric oxide; small trials show benefit in mild to moderate cases with 1.5 to 3 g daily for 2 to 4 weeks, and some use 2 to 3 g about an hour before sex, though larger trials are still needed. It is generally well tolerated, but higher doses can cause stomach upset and it may lower blood pressure, so use caution with kidney or liver disease and if you take PDE5 inhibitors or nitrates. See below for evidence details, dosing titration and combination strategies, quality and safety tips, and when to seek medical evaluation that could guide your next steps.

Watermelon contains L-citrulline that can modestly support nitric oxide and blood flow, but typical servings provide far less than studied doses, so it is a healthy habit rather than a standalone fix for ED in men over 65. There are several factors to consider, including cardiovascular risks, medications, lifestyle changes, and evidence-based options like citrulline supplements or PDE-5 inhibitors; for key details and when to seek care that could change your next steps, see below.

Nitric oxide supplements like L-arginine, L-citrulline, and beetroot may modestly improve erections after 65, but they can lower blood pressure and dangerously compound the effects of antihypertensives or nitrates, leading to dizziness or fainting. There are several factors to consider, including PDE5 drug interactions, starting with low doses, and home blood pressure monitoring; talk with your clinician before starting and see the details below to guide safer next steps.

Nitric oxide supplements can help some men with mild to moderate erectile dysfunction, with evidence for L-citrulline, L-arginine, and L-arginine plus Pycnogenol improving erection quality and generally causing only mild side effects. There are several factors to consider; see below to understand more. Avoid these if you take nitrates or nitric oxide donors, have unstable heart disease, very low blood pressure, kidney or liver problems, or if ED is severe or sudden, and talk with a clinician about dosing, interactions, and safer alternatives because important details that can guide your next steps are outlined below.