CBD and Erectile Dysfunction: What Is Known So Far

In a man’s sex life it can certainly happen that not everything goes according to plan during lovemaking and erection difficulties occur. Often it is everyday stress or pressure to perform that spoil things. CBD has many positive properties, and these can help in a natural way, especially when erectile dysfunction has psychological causes.

What is erectile dysfunction?

Erection problems, also known as erectile dysfunction, are present when it is not possible over a longer period of time to achieve a sufficient and lasting erection of the penis. Erectile dysfunction can occur once or repeatedly at any age. It becomes more frequent with increasing age. If it just doesn’t work every now and then, that does not mean it is a disorder. Sometimes the mind simply doesn’t play along. However, if erectile dysfunction occurs significantly more often (over a longer period of time), it is important to have the cause clarified by a specialist.

What are possible causes of erectile dysfunction?

For an erection to occur, not only must the blood flow to the penis be right, but all the nerve pathways involved (from the penis via the spinal cord to the brain) must also be intact.

Erectile dysfunction can have different causes that have a negative effect on the ability to have an erection:

psychological: stress (in everyday life, at work, in a relationship), anxiety disorders, depression,
chronic diseases: diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, etc.
side effects of medication (e.g. psychotropic drugs, etc.)
lifestyle: smoking, alcohol abuse, severe obesity, lack of exercise, etc.
neurological and vascular: injury in the pelvic area, spinal cord injury, slipped disc, atherosclerosis, etc.
endocrine causes: testosterone deficiency, etc.

In younger men, it is more often psychological causes that hinder them during sex or masturbation.

Why CBD for erectile dysfunction?

Different causes can lead to impaired erectile function. CBD is not a miracle cure and cannot simply make erectile dysfunction disappear. However, the cannabinoid CBD has many properties that can make a positive contribution.

Every person has a so-called endocannabinoid system in their body. It has been confirmed that the endocannabinoid system responds to sexual activity and can have positive effects here. CBD is said to have a relaxing and stress-reducing ability. Stress and anxiety are real erection inhibitors. Cortisol is released as a result of stress (strain) and in turn inhibits the effect of testosterone. If erectile dysfunction occurs due to too much stress, CBD can help you reduce stress. If it didn’t work once, the fear of failing next time is also great. Here, too, CBD can be a natural support in counteracting pressure to perform and fear of failure.

There are studies that have found that CBD has a positive effect on high blood pressure. The blood vessels are relaxed and blood flow increases. This in turn leads to a reduction in blood pressure. As mentioned above, high blood pressure can also lead to erectile dysfunction.

In the blog article “Can CBD increase sexual desire?” we already explained that cannabidiol can give lovemaking a helping hand. Cannabinoid receptors are located not only in the head, but also in the genitals. As soon as these come into contact with CBD, they boost blood circulation, which in turn promotes sensitivity and sensation. The increased sensitivity can therefore increase your desire/arousal. Experience reports also show that CBD has a vasodilating effect, which in turn has a positive effect on the ability to have an erection.

So, particularly in the case of psychological causes such as stress etc., CBD products can certainly help. In the case of more complicated causes and when erectile dysfunction occurs frequently, medical advice and treatment are important. If medication is being taken, it is always necessary to clarify the additional intake of CBD.

Which CBD products are suitable?

Basically, it always depends on you and which form of intake you prefer. If you are looking for a CBD product that is meant to help you directly, we recommend our CBDeus range. The CBDeus products contain water-soluble CBD and are absorbed by the body considerably faster and better than normal CBD oils. Our CBD gummies have a similarly fast effect. In addition, they are simple and uncomplicated to take.

But if you are looking for a product that you want to take routinely over a longer period of time, our CBD oils with the full spectrum formulation are perfect for you. They can help you in the long term to cope better with stress and find calm more easily.

What also can’t hurt is a balanced diet, sufficient exercise, no alcohol, no smoking and plenty of relaxation.