The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is one of the worldâs most confusing and complex viruses. In this series, we will strip away the scientific jargon and provide a straightforward guide to HIV with the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)âs Director of Basic and Clinical Research Jeffrey Safrit.
In the body, L-citrulline is converted to the amino acid L-arginine, which goes on to make another important substance nitric oxide. And nitric oxide is the secret to hard, firm, healthy erections. Heres how it worksâ¦.
ED can be caused by a handful of things, but one thing's for sure: You need a healthy supply of the neurotransmitter nitric oxide (NO) to get and maintain an erection. NO is produced in nerve tissue and helps jolt your Johnson by relaxing the smooth muscle so blood can fill the penis.