Male ED Support

What Does It Mean?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual performance. This condition is often a sign of underlying metabolic, cardiovascular, or hormonal imbalances. Functional medicine aims to address the root causes of ED by optimizing hormonal balance, improving vascular function, and reducing inflammation.

How Did We Get There?

Root Causes

• Hormonal Imbalance – Low testosterone, elevated estrogen, or excessive cortisol levels can impair sexual function.

• Poor Circulation & Endothelial Dysfunction – Reduced nitric oxide (NO) production leads to inadequate blood flow to penile tissue.

• Chronic Inflammation & Oxidative Stress – Inflammatory markers can damage vascular health and impair nitric oxide signaling.

• Metabolic Syndrome & Insulin Resistance – Insulin resistance can contribute to hormonal dysregulation and vascular dysfunction.

• Psychological Factors – Anxiety, depression, and chronic stress can suppress sexual function through neuroendocrine pathways.

Signs & Symptoms

• Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection

• Reduced libido and sexual drive

• Increased fatigue and decreased muscle mass

• Mood disturbances, including irritability or depression

• Weak nighttime or morning erections

• Signs of metabolic dysfunction (e.g., high blood pressure, high cholesterol)

Diagnostic Criteria

ED is diagnosed through a combination of clinical symptoms, medical history, and other criteria.

How Do We Treat It?

Functional Medicine Approach

Treatment focuses on improving hormone balance, enhancing nitric oxide production, and addressing underlying metabolic dysfunction.

Supplement Protocol

Supplement	Function	Dosage & Frequency
Hormone Plus	Provides essential nutrients and botanicals to support healthy testosterone levels and hormone balance.	2 capsules without food, daily
Vita DIM	Supports optimal estrogen metabolism to maintain a healthy testosterone-to-estrogen ratio.	2 capsule with or without food, daily
CitraNOX	Promotes nitric oxide synthesis to enhance vasodilation and improve blood flow.	2 capsules with food, daily

Additional Lifestyle Interventions:

• Hormone Optimization – Support natural testosterone production through strength training, adequate sleep, and stress reduction.

• Dietary Support – Increase intake of nitric oxide-rich foods (beets, leafy greens, pomegranate) and healthy fats for hormone production.

• Vascular Health Optimization – Improve circulation through cardiovascular exercise and nitric oxide-boosting supplements.

• Stress Management – Incorporate mindfulness, meditation, and deep breathing to regulate cortisol levels.

• Weight Management – Address insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome through a balanced, whole-foods-based diet.