Everyone has heard of Viagra. Few know what it really is or how it works. Imagine their surprise when they find out that the little blue pill that lets them have a longer lasting erection and allows them to perform better at sex is now being marketed to men as a weight loss drug. While this may be extreme, it does not even come close to describing what would happen if a man tried to get his daily dose of Viagra for weight loss. The law might even forbid it. The fact is, medical research has shown Viagra to be extremely useful for more than just sexual issues. It can help reduce chronic heart disease, hypertension, and even type 2 diabetes. That’s what makes this pill so special and why it’s now being considered for a role in treating rather than causing diseases.
Heart Disease, Hypertension, And Diabetes
When a doctor advises a patient to “take care of their hearts,” “lower their blood pressure,” or “watch their blood glucose,” they mean that the patient needs to do those things for their health. The doctor may also suggest that the patient try a certain drug or supplement to help them with these conditions. While there is no denying that these diseases are serious and need to be treated professionally, it is not always caused by poor lifestyle choices. Sometimes, these issues are caused by medical problems that need to be treated with medication. Diabetes, for example, is caused by the body not processing sugar in the right manner. High blood pressure is also often the result of poor diet and lack of exercise. One major factor that contributes to high blood pressure is stress. If a patient is regularly exposed to stress, it may raise their blood pressure dramatically.
Viagra has been shown to help with these issues because it helps improve blood circulation throughout the body. It does this by increasing nitric oxide production in the body. Nitric oxide is a substance that aids in relaxing blood vessels and reducing blood pressure. When a man takes Viagra, it helps his body to produce more nitric oxide, which in turn results in lower blood pressure.
Reduced Chances Of Heart Attack And Stroke
Heart disease, hypertension and diabetes are all conditions that seriously affect a man’s health. If a patient has two or more of these issues, it is imperative that they take steps to reduce their risks of heart attack and stroke. Luckily, Viagra also reduces the patient’s chances of having a heart attack or stroke. This is because it helps improve blood circulation throughout the body and helps reduce clots that can cause a stroke or a heart attack. Most strokes occur because there are blood clots that develop in areas of the brain where blood vessels are blocked or damaged. These clots can cause a stroke. In some cases, a stroke can lead to death. If a patient has ever suffered from a stroke or heart attack, they need to be extra careful when taking medication, especially if it’s a nitrate-based drug that stimulates the heart. People with existing health issues should not take Viagra unless they are told by their doctor that it’s safe for them to do so. Otherwise, they may experience harmful side effects.
Improved Quality Of Life
Aside from the health benefits that Viagra provides, it also improves the quality of a man’s life. Many men with erectile dysfunction experience a massive downgrade in their quality of life due to the condition. Nitric oxide is a chemical that is naturally produced in the body during sexual arousal. It is considered a neurotransmitter, which is why it is found in the brain and nervous system. Men with erectile dysfunction often feel as if their heart is in their mouths, and that their performance during sex is poor. This often leads to them avoiding intimacy with their partners or seeking it out in dangerous places or with strangers. Viagra helps to improve the quality of these men’s lives by allowing them to engage in sex without worrying about whether or not they’ll be able to perform. It also helps to improve their confidence in bed, which can lead to an overall better experience for both parties involved.
Taking care of your heart is about more than just eating healthy foods and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol. It also means getting your exercise and trying to reduce your stress levels as much as possible. Men need to get plenty of sleep, take their vitamins, and manage their blood pressure and cholesterol if they want to have healthy hearts. They may also need to try different medications or supplements to see what works best for them. In the end, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to heart health, and that’s what makes this line of work so interesting and complicated.
Stacie Starr is a nutritional therapist and holistic health coach from Miami, Florida. She has a Masters degree in Holistic Health Sciences and practices what she learned by assisting people with their health issues using a paleo diet and other forms of nutrition therapy. She also offers online courses in healthy living and well being through her website, healthystacie.com. You can follow her on Twitter at @stacie_star or email her at stacie@healthystacie.com.