6 main enemies of the erection

According to statistics, for men, their erectile function is the second most important thing after financial viability. Erectile dysfunction itself is a serious ailment. And if you consider the fact that erectile dysfunction is related to the twice increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, the problem gets even more serious.

Let's look at what exactly affects men's sexual health:

1. Stress

It takes all the resources of the male body to respond to stressful situations, putting it in a state of readiness to defend or attack. Body affected by stress, first, produces adrenaline, which effect goes by quite quickly. And after that, another hormone, cortisol, enters the "arena". It is cortisol that mobilizes internal resources to protect the body against the threat. Cortisol is closely related to the male hormone testosterone: when cortisol increases, testosterone levels drop, and vice versa. A reduction in testosterone leads to a reduced sex drive, causes low volume of sperm and the number of spermatozoa produced.

2. Smoking

Scientific studies have confirmed the fact that sperm of men who smoke is 75% less likely to fertilize the egg. Moreover, men of the most active reproductive age , which is 25-40 years, fall into the risk zone.

Here is what kind of health effect nicotine has on the male body:

• Smoking leads to vascular dystonia (a spasm that narrows blood vessels and disturbed blood flow to the genitals).
• Plaques, which are similar to those that develop with atherosclerosis, form in the walls of blood vessels of smokers. As a result, you get poor blood flow to the male genitals and smaller lumen.
• Due to a decrease in libido and erection problems, the testosterone levels drop, which leads to even more problems with potency.
• Addiction to cigarettes also affects the quality and activity of spermatozoa: they are not renewed every three months, become less active or completely damaged.

3. Lack of exercise

The effect that physical activity has on the male body can be compared to the effect of viagra: regular exercise improves the blood supply to the pelvic organs and the oxygen delivery to them.

That is why doctors insist that exercising is required for men of any age. That is confirmed by research published in the British journal of sports medicine.

4. Vitamin D deficiency

Scientists from the California Institute of science conducted a study that found a direct relationship between vitamin D deficiency and erectile dysfunction in men. Americans spend little time soaking up the sun (less than one hour a day). That leads to a lack of an essential vitamin for the body functioning and erection problems.

5. Eating too much sugar

Diabetes is one of the main causes of erectile dysfunction. Research confirms that 75% of the male population in Britain who have diabetes also suffer from problems with potency. High blood sugar is the key factor in this problem. The body begins to produce twice as much of the hormone insulin and insulin, in turn, blocks the action of testosterone. In addition, regular consumption of all sorts of sweets leads to the formation of free radicals. As a result, the body begins to age faster, endurance decreases and physical fitness deteriorates. All of the above is the reason why men's sexual desire decreases.

6. Diseases of the genitourinary system

Statistically, every third man with diseases of the genitourinary system suffers from problems with erection and premature ejaculation. Many sexually transmitted diseases occur without symptoms, so it is important to monitor your health and undergo a urological check-up at least once a year .

Thus, erectile dysfunction does not happen for no reason. If you have problems with potency, then you should have a deep look at the lifestyle you lead. Regular physical activity, proper nutrition and a good kick to your bad habits will do the job and help to avoid problems with men's health.