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Look for Zinc – It Fights ED!

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There is a general medical consensus that one of the things that may cause a problem and lead to erectile dysfunction (ED) is a depletion of zinc in the body.

What can cause this? Well, one of the things is your diet. Another may involve the development of certain physical disorders and diseases. People with diabetes can have abnormally low zinc levels, for instance. “Proteomic analysis showed a significant decreased expression (P < 0.05) of 5 apolipoproteins and zinc..”*
Kidney disease is also characteristic of this kind of disorder.

What zinc does, as it directly relates to ED, is to increase the level of testosterone in the body.

So what can you do about it?

Well, you can alter your diet and include more foods that have a high zinc content to fight ED.

These foods may include turkey and chicken, for example, as well as beef. These foods are very high in protein; they are good for the heart and the reproductive system.

Whole grains fit the category of zinc-rich foods, and so does salmon. Remember also that shellfish is a healthy alternative from this perspective. This includes lobster, oysters, mussels and clams.  (also see: The 10 Best Foods that are High in Zinc)

You may want to consult with a physician if you have serious dietary concerns. For diet questions as they result in possible causes of ED, your best bet is to speak with a doctor who specializes in ED treatments.

 

*Source: Erectile dysfunction and diabetes: Association with the impairment of lipid metabolism and oxidative stress, Jan. 2016.

High Blood Pressure and its Relationship to ED

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There are certain medical conditions that might appear to be unrelated to erectile dysfunction that could actually have a very real bearing on it. One of those conditions is high blood pressure.

Blood flow to the penis is a necessary component of achieving an erection, and so it follows that any restriction on that is going to have an effect on erections, and the sexual performance that is associated with it.

High blood pressure is just what is implied from the name; it exerts a lot more pressure on the blood vessels, which makes blood flow a lot more problematic. As a result, the blood will have a much more difficult time flowing to the penis, and that is one of the things that directly causes ED.

To compound things, you could be taking medications for the purposes of dealing with high blood pressure that could contribute to the problem as well.

Don’t take any chances; there have been studies indicating such a connection that 65% (or more) of adult men with high blood pressure also develop erectile dysfunction. A recent study published by the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) indicates “Among adults diagnosed with hypertension, tighter blood pressure control, as measured by average systolic blood pressure and deviation from the average, is associated with a lower incidence and a longer time to the development of ED.”*

Alleviating high blood pressure thru lifestyle changes or medications can certainly help men with overall blood flow and thus many ED issues, but often more specialized treatment options are required.

 

*Source: International Society for Sexual Medicine. Tighter Blood Pressure Control Is Associated with Lower Incidence of Erectile Dysfunction in Hypertensive Men. Mar. 2019.

What are the Symptoms of ED and How Common is it?

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The signs of ED are varied and may differ from one man to another.

The condition is very common. Although most often seen in men over the age of 40, ED can affect men of all ages. According to the Massachusetts Male Aging Study, which was the largest-ever survey of male erectile dysfunction, is even more common than once thought.

52% of all men between the ages of 40 and 70 have some degree of erectile dysfunction (classified as mild, moderate or severe).

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Pucker Up! A Kiss a Day Can Keep the Doctor Away

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You already know that kissing is fun but did you know that it’s good for you? Kissing is a uniquely human trait that’s said to have emerged as a way to pass germs from one person to another but that’s not very romantic, is it? While it seems plausible that kissing would have underlying biological functions, there’s also no denying it’s role in bonding or overall health.

Not only does kissing feel good, it’s also good for you. A passionate, heartfelt kiss will get the blood pumping. This help relieve stress and release epinephrine into your blood making it pump faster, which may result in the reduction of LDL cholesterol.  Kissing is also a way to receive certain hormones like testosterone. Mucous membranes inside the mouth are permeable to hormones such as testosterone. Through open mouth kissing, these hormones are absorbed and thus arousal is increased.

Here are some other health benefits of kissings.

Reduce blood pressure, relieve cramps and headaches:  Kissing helps dilate your blood vessels, which may help lower your blood pressure. The blood vessel dilation effect also helps relieve pain, particularly from a headache or menstrual cramps.

Fight cavities: Could kissing mean fewer trips to the dentist? When you kiss, saliva production increases in your mouth. This helps wash away plaque on your teeth which might lead to cavities. That being said, cavity causing bacteria can also be transmitted via a kiss, especially if the person you’re kissing has poor oral habits.

Releases happy hormones: Kissing prompts your brains to release a feel good elixir of chemicals like serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin. This is good for your happiness and may also help strengthen your relationship. “’This [oxytocin] is the hormone of love, and the better the oxytocin levels, the more capacity for love,’ explains psychotherapist Arthur Janov, Ph.D., author of ‘The Biology of Love’ and the director of the Primal Center in Santa Monica, Calif. ‘We have found that those who cannot commit in a love relationship are low in oxytocin.’”

Your lips are also packed with sensory neurons, when kissing they are stimulated and prompt the release of sebum, which is thought to play a role in bonding.

Burn calories: It won’t replace a good workout session at the gym but a vigorous kiss may burn about 8 to 16 calories. That’s not too bad, right?

Boost your self-esteem: A West German magazine, Selecta, published research conducted by several dozen physicians and psychologists over a two year period saying that a husband who kissed his wife every morning before he left for work enjoyed a better health life, lived longer, and made more money. Leading German companies cooperated and provided actuarial data with the help of Dr. Arthur Szabo, professor of psychology at the University of Kiel, who collated the data. He summarized that men who kiss their wives every morning live five year longer than those who don’t. They were also expected to hold jobs that pay between 20-35% more and use up less sick time. A sampling of Germany’s top 100 industrial managers show that 87% never left home without kissing their wives and as a result saw an increase in pay and held their management careers.

Tone your facial muscles: Kiss your partner and get a facelift? When you kiss, you use up to 30 muscles in your face and neck, and as a result, a long makeout session can help tone your face and neck muscles. It’ll also leave a female looking radiant.

The average person spends more than 20,000 minutes of their life kissing and for good reason. In additions to the benefits stated above, kissing has been shown to boost your immune system and reduce allergic responses in people with skin or nasal allergies.

Kissing is also the prelude to a great sex session.  As reported by Psychology Today:  “Women use the intensity and frequency of kissing to evaluate a man’s suitability for short-term relationships as well as judging the potential of a short-term relationship evolving into a long-term relationship. Men use kissing, especially in short-term relationships, to increase the likelihood of having sex.”

Whether it be sex, kissing or even hugging, these forms of affection have primal, biological roots that impact our bodies, in a beneficial way. All factors combined provide for a longer, healthier and more enjoyable life.

What’s The Average Penis Size?

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Let’s first get this out of the way. BJUI’s systematic review cobbled together 20 studies about penis sizes from different countries and is a collaboration between King’s College London and the United Kingdom’s National Health Service (NHS).

This worldwide review of studies found that, on average, a flaccid penis is 3.61 inches in length when flaccid and 5.16 inches in length when erect. Girth is 3.66 inches when flaccid and 4.59 inches when erect.

That should be enough for any man, but of course, you’ll have questions and wonder if your potential partners or fellow men out there know this too, and aren’t going to judge you for your perfectly average or possibly even above average penis.

Ironically, it’s usually women who know more about average penis sizes than men do, since they tend to actually see them and see more of them. They are also the ones to be affected more about sizes. Which is why “only 6% of women rate their partner’s penis size as small and 84% say they’re very satisfied with their lover’s size. In contrast, only 55% of men report a similar level of satisfaction with their own size,” says Toronto-based sexologist (PhD) and author Dr. Jess O’Reilly, and as this Bustle compilation from Amanda Chatel about women’s opinions on penis size proves, it is about how you use your penis, not so much size (and too big is a genuine problem for many women).

Not As Big As You Think

According to one study from 2013, the average penile length in the United States is 5.57 inches (14.15 cm) erect and a mean erect penile circumference of 4.81 inches (12.23 cm). Those numbers are a bit larger than the ones from the BJUI report, likely because the measurements were self-reported, i.e., the participating men themselves gave the measurements. It gives the study less credible than others, although the researchers defend their study by adding that their results were consistent with other research about penis sizes.

The study tried to convince men to report accurately because the size they gave to researchers was the one to be used for some condoms they were going to be sent later on, but that still puts into question the reliability of the study itself.

Self-reported measurements are still accepted because there are issues with penis measurements carried out on volunteers by others. “The concern with the self-report method is that guys will lie or exaggerate, while the concern with the clinical measurement studies is that only more well-endowed men will opt to participate”, says Dr. Justin Lehmiller, Founder and Editor of Sex and Psychology.

Nevertheless, many of the studies that travel around the internet in search of views and clicks are based on the self-reported method, which is why the BJUI report is so valuable. And because of that, we’ll stick to the global average of 5.16 inches long given by the report.

What is the average size by state?

The average size in all of America is just 5.57 inches, despite what some states might claim. Most studies are done through indirect methods (like measuring condom sizes ordered by mail), so it’s hard to take some of these studies seriously.
One experiment carried out by a male sexuality clinic found that the three states with the largest self-reported sizes were Alabama with 7.44 inches, Louisiana at 7.15, and West Virginia with 7.00. The rest of the states, starting with Vermont at 6.98, all came in below 7 inches. Most averaged above 6, with only eight states averaging below. Those were Delaware (5.22), New Mexico (5.36), Maryland (5.50), Georgia (5.69), and Rhode Island (5.83).

A big caveat about this: All sizes are self-reported, which might be why the sizes come in at least an inch above what the BJUI study shows.

What is the average size by race or ethnicity?

It’s always dangerous of mixing race or ethnicity with any topic because we should be wary of spreading stereotypes, even if we think they’re harmless or “good” for one race or another. The subject of penis sizes is no different.

Let’s get this out of the way quickly: The BJUI review couldn’t find credible evidence of differences between races on average penis sizes.

The study states “it is not possible from the present meta-analysis to draw any conclusions about any differences in penile size across races,” no matter what popular myths or anecdotal “evidence” says.

The main problem with current data about penile sizes around the world and differences between ethnicities is that there isn’t one single and comprehensive study that measures length and girth with the same methods across races, ethnicities, or even countries. But so far, there’s no evidence any single “race” is more endowed than others by any significant margin.

We have to remember that guys can be generous when measuring themselves and will perform the measurements inconsistently. Then there’s the issue of participant selection effects—are men of a larger penis size more inclined to participate in such studies? says Dr. Justin Lehmiller, Founder and Editor of Sex and Psychology, and that’s consistent with men around the world and in any country.

The big question: does penis size matter? In the end… maybe!? And only if you’re either extremely small or extremely large.

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