“the short answer is…don’t worry, but don’t ignore,” says dr. john aquino, medical director at ontario men’s health . “in this situation, worrying just feeds anxiety and perpetuates the problem.”
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most men are too embarrassed to talk about it, but a recent study found that as many as 40 per cent of younger men experience erection problems and that the prevalence of erectile dysfunction increases by about 10 per cent for each subsequent decade. it can impact self-esteem and cause performance anxiety in the bedroom, but some simple lifestyle changes can help manage erectile dysfunction and improve blood flow to the penis.
“it might seem rather boring, but whatever is good for your heart, is good for your penis,” explains aquino. “optimizing your cardiovascular health through better diet, and regular exercise can help lessen the occurrence and impact of erectile dysfunction. consume a mediterranean diet , get moving, don’t smoke, maintain a healthy weight, and manage stress.”
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