To avoid disappointing quick sexual intercourse, male enhancement supplements are being used and are made popular nowadays. An average man knows there’s a lot more to sex than just putting the phallus into the vagina and ejaculating, but the rest, especially the duration is usually not easy to define.
Several authors have quoted different duration for normal sexual intercourse, notably among these attempts is a multinational population survey of intra-vaginal ejaculation latency time conducted by Marcel D et al. in 2005 and published in the US National Library of Medicine. This study found an overall median duration of 5.4 minutes which is in tandem with a similar 2008 study in America and Canada where sex therapists reported that 3 to 7 minutes is adequate for a round of sexual intercourse.
No woman wants another Usain Bolt in bed the scientifically adjudged adequate duration of 3 to 7 minutes is no longer adequate for today’s generation of women thereby pressurizing the males to seek enhancement pills and supplements. The males in turn do this, even at the detriment of their health just to be super-human, which has led many into their early graves.
The act of sexual intercourse ends abruptly in males with ejaculation. Ejaculation is the expulsion of semen from the body (penis). When it happens too soon into sexual intercourse, it is called premature ejaculation or premature climax, or early ejaculation. Many authors have attempted to give a definite duration to meet this definition but usually proved abortive due to individual differences. It is a part of a large group of a disorder called sexual dysfunction.
BURDEN OF DISEASE
Many men suffer from this condition, although remain quiet about it because of the accompanying stigma, and low self-esteem, and decided to die in silence. According to American Urological Association, premature climax is the most commonest type of sexual dysfunction in males, affecting one in five males between the ages of 18 and 59 years. This represents about 20% of the male reproductive age group.
ENHANCEMENT SUPPLEMENTS
Despite the high burden of this condition, only a few are aware of the male enhancement supplements nature has blessed men with, although it’s becoming common where we see several acclaimed celebrities marketing many of these products and supplements.
Male enhancement supplements are designed to help men with a variety of sexual performance issues such as low libido, erectile dysfunction, and premature ejaculation. The best male enhancement supplements are made up of natural ingredients that nourish the male reproductive organs and system in other to provide benefits which include improved strength, increased libido, stronger erections, more pleasure, and greater overall sexual performance.
Many of these supplements contain traces of an ingredient used in drugs like Viagra – a commonly used and abused erectile dysfunction medication. A study reviewed by American researchers found that 81 percent of tested supplements in the USA and Asia contain Viagra-like substances. Although some show promises for improving male sexual dysfunction, they still lack robust human scientific evidence.
VARIOUS SUPPLEMENTS
The male enhancement pills that are being sold nowadays are often labeled as dietary supplements that increase blood flow to the penis in other to increase the duration of an erection thereby boosting overall arousal, stamina, and sexual performance. They are usually a combination of natural ingredients which can include ashwagandha, maca root, Yohimbe extract, ginger, and a host of other herbs and root
Ashwagandha is a shrub that is used in Ayurvedic medicine as a Rasayana to boost general health. Sexual health is a part of man’s total health as illustrated in the World Health Organization (WHO) definition of health of 1978. Ashwagandha leaves and roots have several potential health benefits including an increase in energy levels and promoting longevity. Following several years of use and research, it is considered an aphrodisiac or herb used to improve sexual pleasure and performance. A 2018 study by Ramin Nasimi et al. showed an additional benefit of ashwagandha in enhancing overall male sexual health by improving semen quality, increasing sperm count, and enhancing sperm motility.
Maca root is another natural ingredient in many effective male enhancement supplements. It is a Peruvian plant with several other health benefits aside from boosting sexual desire, semen production, and elongating intercourse duration.
Discussion on male enhancement supplements can’t be concluded without mentioning Yohimbe extract, a western African herbal supplement, the use of which can be traced back to Africa where people use it to improve sexual performance. It is often extracted from the bark of an evergreen tree found in central and western Africa called pausinystalia Yohimbe. Yohimbe is available in different forms including capsules, liquid, and tablets.
Another male enhancement supplement of the note contains leaves, roots, and fruits of Tribulus Terrestris, a small leafy plant that is very popular in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It helps to boost testosterone – a male sexual hormone, which improves sex drive and duration in males.
Ginseng, especially red ginseng, may aid low libido and enhance sexual function. A 2018 meta-analysis conducted by Francesca Borrelli et al. revealed that ginseng enhances male sexual performance by boosting the production of nitric oxide, a chemical that aids blood flow and helps muscles in the penis to relax. Although red ginseng is generally well tolerated, it may cause some undesirable effects such as headaches and abdominal upset.
Fenugreek is a popular herb in traditional medicine that may improve libido and sexual function. It contains substances that the body will utilize to produce sex hormones (testosterone in males). Fenugreek is an active ingredient of many male enhancement supplements on the market.
The list of these supplements is endless, including saffron (derived from the crocus sativus flower), ginkgo Biloba– a popular herbal supplement in traditional Chinese medicine, etc. Other aphrodisiacs that may enhance libido and sexual performance are oysters, chocolate, nuts, watermelon, chaste berry, and horny goat weed, all of which are cosmopolitan.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, the huge burden of male sexual dysfunction has also increased the demand for male enhancement supplements, many of which are adulterated and laced with dangerous chemicals. Help save our men by recommending one natural male enhancement supplement today.
The writer, Dr. Subuloye Oyedele is a public health physician, researcher, content writer, and senior registrar.
