The body depends on a regular supply of nutrients. Deficiency of useful vitamins and microelements leads to gradual depletion of organs until complete loss of functionality and the development of pathologies. An unbalanced diet is one of the causes of erectile dysfunction.
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Male potency is affected by a lack of the following vitamins and minerals:
- A is a common name for several organic substances. Provides the secretion of sex hormones and increases the conductivity of the seminal ducts. A man must receive 1 milligram of this substance every day.
- B1, or thiamine, stimulates the activity of the cardiovascular and nervous system, which also affects erection. For an adult male, the daily requirement for thiamine ranges from 1, 3 to 2. 6 milligrams.
- B2, or riboflavin, determines the functioning of the endocrine system, which affects libido. Every day a man must consume 2 milligrams of the substance.
- B6 - a group of biologically active substances is united under this general name. The compounds are responsible for testosterone secretion, testicular and prostate function. The daily requirement depends on age: after 19 years it is 2 milligrams, after 60 years - 2, 2 milligrams.
- B12, or cobalamins, are biologically active organic compounds of cobalt. A sufficient concentration of the substance (2. 4 milligrams per day) increases sexual desire.
- C, or ascorbic acid stimulates blood circulation and testosterone synthesis. A man must consume 90 milligrams of this organic compound every day.
- D: normal consumption of the substance (600 micrograms per day, after 70 years - 800 micrograms) reduces the risk of developing prostate cancer, provides increased libido, semen and sperm production.
- E - a group of tocopherol derivatives. Improves blood circulation, participates in the secretion of sex hormones, increases libido and sperm quality. The daily requirement is 10 milligrams.
- Zinc is one of the components of testosterone, and with its deficiency, it increases the risk of developing or aggravating prostatitis. The male body's need for this metal is 15 milligrams a day.
- Selenium is essential for semen and testosterone secretion. Up to 7 micrograms of it must enter the body daily.
How to fill the deficit?
A man can obtain trace elements and vitamins to increase the potency of foods by introducing a larger amount of certain foods or special preparations into the diet. However, the best results can be obtained by combining the two methods, which is explained by several circumstances:
- Until now, it has not been possible to develop a complex drug that can serve as a complete replacement for food. In addition to vitamins and minerals, foods contain many other substances and nutrients that the body needs.
- Certain organic compounds in food are contained in negligible amounts. It's nearly impossible to eat enough food to meet your daily requirements for these vitamins.
- Some vitamins are found in natural products in a way that is poorly absorbed by the human body.
- To accurately determine the concentration of a particular substance in a product, you need to make sure that all industrial and agricultural technologies are strictly followed. Fruits and vegetables that hit the shelves often look attractive, but at the same time they are low in vitamins and trace elements.
- Eating enough food to meet the daily needs of one substance can provide an excess of other vitamins.
Erectile problems are caused not only by a lack of trace elements and vitamins, but also by a host of other pathologies and psychological disorders. Furthermore, the reason may be severe overwork - in this case, improvements in the functioning of the reproductive system can be noticed after a good rest. In this regard, every man suffering from sexual weakness should be examined by a specialized specialist.
It must be remembered that hypervitaminosis is no less dangerous than nutritional deficiencies. Increasing the content of some compounds can lead to dangerous pathologies.
If test results show that the cause of erectile dysfunction in men is vitamin deficiency:
- Recommendations are given for daily nutrition - the diet is built with a larger amount of seafood, beef liver, nuts, fresh herbs, vegetables, berries and fruits.
- An appropriate vitamin and mineral complex is prescribed. In addition to the name of the drug, the doctor must inform the exact dosage. As the state of the reproductive system improves and the balance of vitamins and minerals is restored, the daily intake of vitamins is reduced or switched to a drug with a lower concentration of active substances.
An improvement in erection is usually seen within a few weeks of starting treatment.