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Erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence, is defined by difficulty getting and keeping an erection. It's been reported that more than half of men between the ages of 40 and 70 experience some form of ED. ED is often a symptom of another health problem. 1. What Causes Erectile Dysfunction a.Vascular - The narrowing of the arteries (called atherosclerosis) is one of the most common causes of ED. ED also stems from poor blood flow which can be caused by diabetes, high blood pressure and smoking. b. Neurological - Nerve damage from diabetes and surgeries c. Endocrine - Hormonal issues like low testosterone. Drugs, alcohol and certain medications can also cause ED. d. Psychological - Stress, depression 2. How to Treat Erectile Dysfunction Quit smoking & drinking Lose weight and reduce cholesterol Increase physical activity Oral medications Sex therapy Penile injections Vacuum devices Intraurethral medication 3. Supplements for Erectile Dysfunction a. Maca A vegetable root from ...

Many men accept as fact the idea that testosterone will inevitably decrease as they get older. However, new science is showing that diseases of lifestyle, rather than just age, are often the real culprits behind the decline. Testosterone levels have shown a stunning downward trend in the past several decades. The standard American diet is a nutritional wasteland. Environmental pollution and microplastics are wreaking havoc on our hormone levels with their endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Obesity, many drugs, and our sedentary lifestyle also undermine testosterone production. When so many aspects of our way of life can potentially sabotage testosterone levels—and by extension, good health—it becomes fundamental to a man’s well-being to understand how to preserve and boost levels of this vital hormone. In a  study published  in March 2023 in The Journal of Sexual Medicine, researchers examined 625 men with an average age of 65 years, aiming to determine how aging affects testoste...