Another helpful supplement for sexual function is the herb epimedium grandiflorum, known to the Chinese as horny goat weed, which "has been used for millennia as a male sexual tonic and performance enhancer," says licensed acupuncturist Andrew Wells of Los Angeles. "There is some research in Chinese medical literature indicating that horny goat weed does increase sperm production and frequency of sexual activity in certain animals," said John Holmstrom, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist based in Desert Hot Springs, Calif.
Hormone supplementation could also help some men. Prescription testosterone injections and patches may help improve sexual functioning for men with low testosterone levels, said physiology professor L. Cass Terry, M.D., Ph.D. of the Medical College of Wisconsin.
As an alternate approach to accommodating slower arousal time, consider Tantric sex. One of the basic elements of Tantra is breath control. "Deep, rhythmic breathing during lovemaking can help promote longer and stronger orgasms," says certified Tantric educator Doe Gentry of Los Angeles.
She says, "The beauty of Tantra for men is that they can learn how to bring their partners greater fulfillment, which makes the women want to please their men even more. And some men can enjoy longer and stronger orgasms than they had when they had faster arousal time."
Of course, you'll want to speak to your doctor to figure out which method might be best for you...but no worries! There's bound to be something that can give you a little kick in the pants!
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