Posted on 03/03/2009 6:54:36 PM PST by Free ThinkerNY
The gas behind the smell of rotten eggs could be used to create an alternative sex drug to Viagra, scientists claim.
They have discovered that hydrogen sulphide prompts arousal in men.
Key nerve cells release minute amounts of the gas when a man becomes aroused, causing blood vessels to relax and so fill with blood - the process which controls and sustains an erection.
Similar research on another gas, nitric oxide, led to the creation of Viagra.
Both work as 'cell mediators', transmitting crucial information around the body.
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“You had me at hell*o...”
Maybe I’m wrong but I believe there is a difference between
nitric oxide and nitrous oxide...
someone who knows for sure chip in.
That explains the behavior of men in New Jersey.
The theory about the arousing effects of this gas should be easy enough to prove or disprove.
Look at the historical birth rates in Clairton and Hazelwood and compare them with otherwise similar communities. Those communities were homes to major coke plants- hydrogen sulphide is a natural biproduct of coke production.
I guess Paris Hilton can forego her $900 Shalini parfum in lieu of consuming vast quantities of beer and chili dogs. Kind of gives new meaning to foreplay.
But ..hydrogen sulphide in a certain parts per million also drops you in your tracks.
You’re correct.
Nitric oxide or nitrogen monoxide is a chemical compound with chemical formula NO. This gas is an important signaling molecule in the body of mammals, including humans, and is an extremely important intermediate in the chemical industry. It is also a toxic air pollutant produced by cigarette smoke, automobile engines and power plants [Wiki].
Nitric oxide should not be confused with nitrous oxide (N2O) AKA laughing gas.
I just proved it to be a lie! I cut one, started to smell it, and my wife ran out of the room. Now what do I do with this chubby? She’s gone next door.
Too much gas can kill you.
When they come up with a drug that helps wives get in the mood... ping me. And then we can all buy stock in that company.
Just tell her that it’s the latest male pheromone ;-)
As a child I used to fart in the tub.... I knew then I was onto something big.
Cheers!
LOL ! One helluva description.
Nam Vet
H2s causes erections? Maybe I’m a lost cause but I’m around H2s daily. West TX oilfields.
hydrogen sulphide prompts arousal in menHey, what doesn't? I got aroused just reading the title of this topic.
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