Performance in bed has always been a very prominent source of self-confidence, happiness, and peace for most men (and women too). One of the biggest obstacles in the way of this sexual milestone is premature ejaculation (PE) – one of the most common sexual issues in men.
In a nutshell, PE occurs when an individual climaxes during sex earlier than he or his partner would have preferred. Men who suffer from premature ejaculation orgasm within one minute of being sexually stimulated and are unable to prolong ejaculation. As many as one out of every three men suffers from the disorder, which can cause frustration and anxiety. As a result of their premature ejaculation, some men go so far as to avoid sex altogether.
PE can be even more of a challenge for men with erectile dysfunction (ED). When the penis does not stay firm enough for sex, these types of problems tend to occur. On the bright side, minor erectile issues are very common even in healthy men, and in many cases, they can be fixed easily. However, men who are worried about losing their erection can develop a habit of ejaculating quickly. It’s a difficult habit to break.
Premature ejaculation can be treated in several ways, much like most other sexual conditions. Lidocaine spray, for example, works by physically desensitizing the penis. Others, such as sertraline and other SSRIs, operate by altering the way the brain responds to sexual stimulation. Premature ejaculation may also be treated with a variety of home remedies. Here are some premature ejaculation causes and remedies.
- Mental Distraction
Some people think that mentally distracting themselves is a good way to put things off. The aim is to come up with something entirely unrelated to your partner—and not sexual. Some guys pretend to be at a football game or mentally solve math problems to avoid pre-ejaculation.
- Ayurvedic Herbal Medicine
India’s ancient healing system is known as Ayurveda. It treats everything from diabetes to inflammation with thousands of herbs. Ayurvedic medicines like Kaunch Beej, Kamini Vidrawan ras, and Yauvanamrit Vati are thought to treat premature ejaculation when consumed in capsule form twice daily with lukewarm water. Ayurvedic medicine has also been used to treat erectile dysfunction.
According to a 2017 Sexual Medicine survey, men who used Ayurvedic medication had a slight but significant difference in the time it took to ejaculate during intercourse. Side effects include stomach pain, dizziness, mild pain, and decreased libido.
- Chinese Herbal Medicine
Premature ejaculation can be treated with a weekly or regular dose of Chinese herbal medicine, such as Yimusake tablets or Qilin pills, which increase sexual endurance and improve energy. Different types of Chinese herbal medicine can increase ejaculation time by about two minutes, according to the same Sexual Medicine report.
- Zinc and Magnesium-Rich Foods
Although we can’t say for certain that certain foods can cure premature ejaculation, we can say with confidence that there is some empirical evidence to support the effects of certain foods on libido, PE, and sexual health. Zinc and magnesium-rich foods have been linked to improved sexual health, ranging from increasing testosterone (one of many hormones responsible for optimum sex drive) to possibly increasing stamina and energy.
There’s also some proof that a magnesium deficiency can affect your sexual health and cause premature ejaculation. Even though there is no direct correlation between low seminal magnesium levels and premature ejaculation, the researchers conclude that low magnesium levels may trigger vasoconstriction, which can affect sexual function and contribute to PE.
Magnesium-rich foods include green leafy vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, and seeds, as well as some fish varieties (like salmon). These foods are also high in zinc, resulting in higher levels of two of the most important minerals for sexual health.
- Masturbating Before Sex
Masturbation before sex is a common method to lengthen ejaculation and treat premature ejaculation. Though the exact science behind it has yet to be proven, the pre-sex masturbation method is thought to work by taking your body into its refractory phase, which is a brief period between orgasms where it becomes more difficult to orgasm again. Here, timing is crucial. Although waiting an hour may make having sex more convenient, it’s important to give your body enough time to partially recover to prevent erectile dysfunction.
- Extended Pleasure Condoms
You may be able to improve your ejaculation time and stop PE using special condoms if you don’t want to change your eating habits or use strategies to delay ejaculation. When you wear an extended pleasure condom, it contains topical anesthetics that numb your penis. This means you’ll have a slightly less intense feeling during sex, which will help you from unintentionally orgasming too soon. Although there is no clear empirical evidence that these condoms can help men delay ejaculation, there is evidence that benzocaine, the active ingredient in most prolonged pleasure condoms, can help men last longer before ejaculation.
- Avoid Sex for A While
Although it may seem counterintuitive, concentrating on other forms of sexual activity rather than intercourse may help you relax and enjoy your sexual experiences. Consider other ways you and your partner can experience the joy that will not cause you or your partner any pain or irritation.
Premature ejaculation can be worrying, and sometimes even severe and long lasting. However, it is possible that a minor case of PE can be rectified simply enough with these tips. It’s worth giving these a try before moving on to more serious methods or solutions.
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