As I mentioned, I am a skeptic and tend not to take things at face value. This is especially true when it comes to claims seen on TV, particularly those in the form of infomercials. Whether it's 'internet riches' or 'millions in real estate', we cannot forget the fact that we are watching an advertisement that has the sole intention of getting us to buy a product. Many of these commercials are quite compelling too.

The Extenze infomercial is no exception. It addresses an issue that is important to many men, namely the size of their penis. They present the problem (you want your penis to be bigger) and supply the solution (buy some pills). Some very attractive women are thrown into the mix to make sure blood is diverted from your brain to your penis – quite tactful! Hey look! You're penis has already grown larger and that's only from just watching the Extenze commercial!

In all seriousness, that such a product can exist and in fact thrive in the current market place has a lot to do with the rash of breakthroughs in clinical medicine. It has already been proven that drugs like Viagra and Cialis work. There are also several non-prescription penis pills that can naturally stimulate erections and growth. Unfortunately it's getting more difficult for consumers to separate the legitimate male enhancement products from those that have simply jumped on the bandwagon.

Issues with Extenze

After looking deeper at the product, a few issues emerged that I feel need to be addressed. First, one of the ingredients it contains is yohimbe. This once popular natural aphrodisiac has come under fire in recent years due to the many harmful effects it can have on the body – see the Dangers of Yohimbe.

Aside from containing a potentially dangerous ingredient, another thing that struck me as odd was their free 7 day trial offer. Even assuming that the product is effective, there is no way you will notice any significant results within a week. Natural male enhancement supplements simply do not work that fast. Unlike pharmaceutical drugs that immediately impact enzymes within the body, herbal products are designed to improve the health of the bodily sexual systems themselves. In other words, they are meant to address the underlying problem as opposed to treat a condition. This requires that your body assimilate certain nutrients over time, usually over a period of months.

An Incomplete System

Ok, let's pretend for a moment that these pills do indeed promote the healthy flow of blood to the penis. That alone will not increase overall penis size unless you consider getting an erection growth. It is a combination of pills and penis exercises that will actually produce viable gains. This is something that is entirely absent from their program.

Penis enhancement programs such as the one provided by ProSolution are effective because of the natural synergy that is inherent within their system. The herbal supplements are intended to act as natural vasodilators to open up blood vessels and encourage blood flow within the penis. An accompanying penis exercise regimen stimulates cell production through various massage and stretching techniques. This results in the expansion of erectile tissues within the Corpora Cavernosa and augmentation of the Corpus Spongium and Cavernosal Artery. Without actual physical manipulation, the length and thickness of the penis itself will remain unchanged.

Extenze Troubles

Further investigation has turned up some rather troublesome complaints regarding customer satisfaction. While it's true that not all products work the same for everyone, the numerous billing issues and refund problems associated with Extenze is entirely unacceptable. Even more disturbing is a report of excessive lead content within the product itself – see the Extenze Wikipedia Entry for more details.

Choosing a Better Product

Wanting to increase the size of your penis is an admirable goal. It's also something that's possible as long as you have the desire and determination to see it through. Products like Extenze are unfortunately not the way to go about it.

If you're serious about penis enhancement then you need to use the right tools for the job. Our Top Recommendations outlines some of your best options and is a great place to start. When it comes to true penis enlargement, thinking with both heads is mandatory.

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I recently found an article over on MSN Health & Fitness entitled "Natural Viagra: Is it safe?" After reading that, I have to admit that I was a little surprised by the obvious bias expressed in the article.

The subheading to the article was So-called "herbal viagra" products are not the same as prescription Viagra. Well duh. The obvious differences include:

• Viagra is chemically manufactured in a laboratory.
• Viagra requires a prescription.
• Viagra costs a small fortune.

The article goes on to talk about the "rigorous standards" applied to prescription medicine and how herbal products are unsafe and possibly dangerous. Well a quick search on google will return far more results regarding side effects and law suits against the manufacturers of pharmaceutical products than all natural herbal products combined.

Inevitably, the article mentions yohimbe as a popular and dangerous herbal product. That's no surprise since the dangers of that particular herb have been plastered over and over again all over the net. Hell, there's even a page on Penis-Resources dedicated to the particular dangers (see Dangers of Yohimbe).

While no one will argue that some herbs like yohimbe can have negative side effects, in all honesty there's pretty much nothing that can't harm you if you consume it in large quantities. Think water is good for you? Try drinking too much of it in a short period of time and see what happens.

I have to admit that the entire article kind of pissed me off. Sure, there's lots of herbal products for erectile problems that are absolutely bogus. But from reading that article the average reader would think that the only thing that can possibly work is Viagra. I guess I shouldn't have been surprised… advertisements for Viagra are plastered all over the page!

Having tried and tested many different products myself, I know that there are legitimate and natural ways to enhance erections and improve libido. There's reviews and comparisons all over this site to testify to this.

I'm no conspiracy nut, but it leaves me wondering just how much the medical community actually cares about people. I'm not naive… I know it's a business after all. If there's no money in it then why should the pharmaceutical juggernaut give a damn.

I guess part of me likes to hope that the medical community puts people ahead of profit. That finding cures will actually be more important than making money. I won't be holding my breath. In the meantime I plan on finding natural alternatives to prescription drugs and letting others know of my experiences.

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Probably one of the most effective herbal remedies that also acts as an aphrodisiac is Ginseng. Ginseng is a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine and was also used by Native Americans tribes for many centuries. This herb is classified as an adaptogen, or a substance that works to increase the body's natural resistance to stress without draining off it's energy. Also used as a vasodilator and stimulant, the roots of the Ginseng plant are often used to stimulate sexual functions.

Another good natural stimulant is Kola nut extract. Sometimes referred to as "brain food", this substance helps to replenish depleted energy reserves and can keep you going through the whole night. It is extremely effective when coupled with vitamin B complex, which is known to increase energy and protein metabolism, hormone function, circulation and stamina.

One plant that has been used in the U.S. for centuries is called Damiana. This plant works as an aphrodisiac and helps to boost sexual energy, increase stamina and help strengthen the nervous and hormonal systems. It has a long history of use for helping with depression and anxiety problems associated with sex-related issues.

Some herbal products however should be avoided. Anything containing Yohimbe or Ephedra may be dangerous as these substances are strong stimulants and can interfere with the cardiovascular system. While small doses of these substances are unlikely to hurt someone who is young and relatively healthy, it is far safer to simply avoid using Yohimbe or Ephedra altogether.

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