How can you Prevent Erectile Dysfunction?

You may have heard about medications such as Viagra and Levitra, which help you in treating impotence. But the old age adage says that prevention is better than cure and it is always better to prevent impotence before it affects your sex and health. There are various ways in which you can prevent this erectile dysfunction and perform well in bed. You may consider the following tips:

Take some time to get ready:

It is known that as age increases, the ability to achieve an instant erection reduces but it does not go away. The genitals have to be stimulated for a longer time in order to achieve an erection. Young men do not face this problem and they can achieve an erection within a few seconds of a sexual thought. As you age and fall in the age group of 30-40 years, achieving an erection may take a little longer. Just because a 60 year old man cannot achieve an erection within a few seconds, does not mean he is impotent. It just takes a little longer to get going. It should be noted that the time taken to ejaculate after a proper erection also increases as your age increases, and men between the age of 60 to 70 may take a day or more to regain an erection. This is nothing to worry about. It is a result of ageing. You should spend more time in foreplay and preparing for the real thing, and you will be back in action.

Are you taking other drugs and medications:

Impotence can be a result of side effects of certain medications such as antihistamines, diuretics and sedatives, which you might be using to treat other health conditions. Around 200 medications are known to cause impotence. You should talk to your doctor and check if your impotence is drug-induced. The doctor can prescribe other medications, which do not have similar side effects. Never attempt to do it on your own.

Stay away from recreational drugs and alcohol:

Never consume cocaine, opiates, morphine, barbiturates, marijuana and excessive alcohol as they slow down your reflexes and cause depression, erection problems and performance anxiety.

Do not smoke: 

Recent studies show that nicotine is a blood vessel constrictor and smoking blocks the relaxation of smooth muscles, which is necessary for achieving an erection.

Relax:

If you wish to make love long enough and satisfy yourself as well as your partner, you need to be relaxed. The central nervous system operates in two different modes. The sympathetic nerve keeps your body on high alert, which may work against you in certain situations. Relax your mind and take enough rest. Try your best to stay away from stress and sleep at least 6 to 8 hours per day.

Plan ahead:

It is a good idea to surprise your partner with new stuff but you should always prepare yourself for the sexual act and plan in advance for it. What if you fail to have an erection at the time of making love? You should decide in advance about when you have to make love, you can avoid this by stimulating yourself enough.