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¦.
, I dig Brains. Not literally. Yet. Mostly likely because erection is triggered by the relaxation of smooth pelvic muscle, a function of the parasympathetic nervous system. Vasoconstriction is one of the hallmarks of sympathetic excitation, which is a general quality of stimulants of most sorts (even caffiene!).