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Another big reason for folks to start losing weight now. According to a latest study, obese men over 50 have 30% to 40% more chances of developing erectile dysfunction (ED).

Researchers at University of Colorado Denver and  University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine have illustrated how obesity and erectile dysfunction are interlinked. They ran the tests on a mildly obese 48-year-old man who was suffering from both hypertension and ED. The tests revealed that despite the use of ED medication, the man could not achieve the minimum erection for having sex.

We believed untill now that premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction were linked to psychological or physical causes but now it has been revealed that premature ejaculation can be well linked to genes. A research project in Finland has demonstrated that erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation may have a strong genetic link rather than any other external factors being responsible for these problems.

Between 30 and 40 per cent of men are believed to suffer from the frustrating condition called premature or rapid ejaculation. Premature ejaculation is said to be occurring when a lack of ejaculatory control interferes with sexual or emotional well-being in one or both partners.

A previous research from scientists in The Netherlands had linked premature ejaculation to a specific gene that helps regulate serotonin. The latest research has now confirmed a genetic link to premature ejaculation with stronger clinical evidence. During this research project, more than three thousand men—all pairs of male twins and their older or younger brothers were interviewed about the first time they had sex. Most of the persons surveyed revealed that they had suffered from erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation at their first sexual encounter.

Erectile dysfunction is already being treated successfully by using oral medication like Viagra, Cialis and Levitra, sex therapy, vacuum devices and penile injections. Researchers believe that the increasing evidence for a genetic cause of premature ejaculation opens the way for the development of new drug treatments, something that many men might benefit from.

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A normal and healthy life requires your sex life to be full of satisfaction and research shows regular sex relieves stress, increases immunity from viruses and even helps protect the health of a man’s prostate gland by emptying fluids held there. It also triggers the release of chemicals that improve mood, work as stress busters and ease pain. Intercourse depends upon the desire for sex which can be improved. Some foods have amazing properties of improving your libido. Here is a list of foods with the properties of improving your sex drive. Its natural and you can try it risk free. Some of the foods that help turn us on include:

Bananas

Bananas contain an enzyme Bromelain which is important for sexual health and therefore are extremely helpful for boosting male libido. You also get B vitamins from bananas which are really helpful in increasing sex hormones and body’s energy levels.

Basil

Basil is used for garnishing and makes your food look very good but this tasty herb also brings a sense of wellbeing, which allows one to experience sexual bliss. Use Basil and experience increased circulation, sex drive stimulation and improved fertility.

Garlic

Garlic is a very effective aphrodisiac. Garlic contains a potent ingredient called allicin that increases blood flow to the sexual organs and improves libido. A recent research has shown that garlic can be a dietary equivalent of Viagra. Make sure you can timely arrange some breath mint before giving garlic a try or your partner might get put off.

Maca

Maca can improve performance and alleviate impotency. It increases sperm count and testosterone levels in men. It makes people desire sex more frequently, especially women.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain zinc, which is vital for testosterone production in men. A deficiency can make a woman completely lose her sex drive. These yummy seeds are  a rich source of omega-3, which is vital to overall sexual wellbeing.

Watermelon

It has recently been shown by scientists that eating watermelon may have similar effects as Viagra. Watermelon contains citrulline and arginine content which produces nitric, a compound that helps relax the body’s blood vessels. This is exactly the same how Viagra works.

Chillies

Chillies can spice up your sex life too because of the capsaicin, which is the substance that gives chillies their heat, releases endorphins and other hormones necessary for a spicy sex life.

Libido:

Sex drive with a clear desire for intercourse is known as libido. A low libido is quite common in women but men are no exeption. Most men with low libido can achieve erections but they do not have a desire for intercourse. There may be several reasons behind low libido. We have summerized the different causes of low libido in this article here.

How common is low libido?

Low libido in men is far less common then Erectile Dysfunction but this seems a more serious issue because the men with low libido can face serious relationship issues.

Causes of low libido: 

Lack of sex desire in men can be of two origions, either physical or psychological.

Physical causes of low libido:

It is possible to determine the physical causes of low libido through the medical diagnosis. Here is a list of the most common physical causes of low libido:

• Use of some medicine such as antidepressants, beta-blockers and hormonal contraception prescriptions, along with certain other medicines can cause low libido.
• Abuse of drugs such as cocaine can cause low libido.
• Being obese or over-weight can also lead to lack of sex desire. Losing weight is the best strategy in this case.
• Excessive use of Alcohol is a very common cause of low libido
• Hyperprolactinaemia – a rare disorder where the pituitary gland produces too much of the hormone prolactin.
• Diabetes
• Low testosterone level
• A poor diet combined with smoking, drinking and lack of exercise can also affect libido. This unhealthy lifestyle can accelerate the lack of testosterone production and results in low libido.

Psychological causes of low libido:

Psychological causes of low libido can have a number of underlying issues. The important factors causing low libido are loss of intimate time, depression, lack of interest, performance anxiety, distraction, loss of privacy, childhood abuse, fatigue, lack of attraction in one’s partner, sexual abuse and stress or trauma.

What to do if you are having low libido?

Speak to your doctor or GP about your condition. They might refer you to a specialist if they can not help you themselves. At the moment there are no drugs to increase male libido but certain therapies can help. However if you have got erectile dysfunction ( which is a different case), your doctor can prescribe you Viagra, Cialis or Levitra for male impotence.

Resources for further information:

• Relate  ( offers relationship counselling and sex therapy )
• British Association for Sexual and Relationship Therapy  ( Specialist charity for sexual and relationship therapy)
• Sexual Dysfunction Association ( charitable organisation, to help sufferers of male and female sexual problems and their partners and to raise awareness of the extent to which sexual conditions affect the general population)

Discussing about erection problems can be really difficult and hence many men suffer in silence. Losing an erection during sex can be really embarrassing and it can become worse if you lose it even before starting the intercourse. Knowing more about Erectile Dysfunction is necessary if you occasionally or regularly experience erection disorders. Here is a brief list of things to check when you start experiencing erection problems: 

•  Are you over-weight, sedentary or have other health related issues? If you do not exercise or keep sitting most of the time, there are chances that you can develop erectile dysfunction. If you are having erection problems during or before sex, and you are over-weight and obese as well, you will need to get active and bring healthy changes into your life or the situation may get worse.
• If you are having erection difficulties, you should get your sugar levels and blood pressure tested and if there is any problem that interferes with your blood flow, you should speak to your doctor about it. According to modern research, diabetes and blood pressure can lead to erectile dysfunction.
• Mental health has a relationship with erections. Depression, stress and anxiety can all become reasons for erectile dysfunction. Relationship difficulties can also eventually lead to erectile dysfunction. If you are already on medication for anxiety or depression or addicted to recreational drug use or take excessive amount of alcohol – you might have developed erectile dysfunction as well.

Erectile Dysfunction is very common but it can be treated. Speak to your GP about it and they should be able to suggest what to do next. Losing erection before and during sex can be treated and all you have to do is, seek help.

First it was Viagra, the erectile dysfunction drug that revolutionized many lives a decade ago. Then competing drug Cialis came along, offering a longer lasting effect that was quickly nicknamed “Le Weekend” because it made you ready for action for up to 36 hours.

Now, that same drug may bring on the Endless Weekend.

Cialis, in a lower dose form, has been approved for long-term daily use for erectile dysfunction (ED).

 According to an article in The Medical Letter, the traditional “ondemand” dose is usually 10 or 20 mg. In Canada, the manufacturer recommends daily dosing starting at 5 mg, possibly dropping down to the 2.5 mg level if that will do the job.

 The objective is to reach a steady state of the drug in the bloodstream, so that any time is the right time for love. A news release from manufacturer Eli Lilly suggests that once-daily Cialis “may be most appropriate for men with ED who anticipate more frequent sexual activity (e.g. twice weekly).”

 Of course, this move needs to be discussed with a physician and, one would hope, any affected sex partner(s) as well. (Those on the receiving end of all this extra loving may not be as eager as the pill-takers.)

 It’s also important to note that all of these so-called PDE5 inhibitor drugs work by enabling erections through altering blood flow in the penis, so it’s a biological thing. What goes on in the mind is a different and probably much more complex matter.

The science behind the dose:

 A major study supporting this new dosing plan was led by Dr. Hartmut Porst in Hamburg, Germany. It was conducted in several countries in a double blind, randomized, placebocontrolled fashion. A total of 268 men, ranging in age from 21 to 78, were tested, all of whom who’d had erectile dysfunction symptoms for more than a year.

 Almost 85 per cent of the men who took Cialis reported improved erections, while only 28 per cent of those getting a placebo said things improved in the bedroom. Even better, about half of the Cialis-taking men reported “no ED” at the end of the study.

Complete article:

http://www.canada.com/topics/lifestyle/relationships/story.html?id=1000511

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