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Answers Erectile Dysfunction Forget the myth of impotence. It's
not all in your mind! Reduced sexual potency has a number of
causes, ranging from the normal effects of aging to environmental factors
like stress and poor nutrition. Egyptian researchers believe that
wearing polyester underwear can cause a buildup of static electricity that
may inhibit erections. Some of the factors that can lead to impotence include peripheral vascular disease; the use of certain medications, alcohol, or cigarettes; a history of sexually transmitted disease; and chronic illness such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Hormonal disturbances such as diminished levels of testosterone or elevated prolactin production, or over- or underproduction of thyroid hormone, may also cause impotence. Diabetes, which often leads to atherosclerosis and impaired circulation, is probably the most common physical cause of impotence. See Diabetic & Insulin Resistance Impotence may be chronic or recurring, or it may occur as a single isolated incident. It was once assumed that impotence was primarily a psychological problem, but 85 percent of all cases have a physical basis. There are over 200 drugs that may cause impotence. Some of the most common ones are alcohol, antidepressants, antihistamines, antihypertensives, diuretics, narcotics, nicotine, sedatives, stomach acid inhibitors and ulcer medications. Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, poses a risk to the condition of both the heart and the penis. Plaque that clog arteries and block the flow of blood to the heart can also block the arteries leading to the genitals, interfering with the ability to attain an erection. It can also be caused by neuropathy which is a side effect of diabetes and many other things. Recent evidence points to the fact that erectile dysfunction can also be caused by a neuropathy in the pelvic region: Although Erectile dysfunction has traditionally been linked to vascular problems and advancing age, this new study suggests that younger men with peripheral neuropathy often report erectile dysfunction. Read Neuropathy an Underappreciated Cause of Erectile Dysfunction See different articles on Nerve Damage (neuropathy and ED) For more information about Neuropathy, go to our article on Neuropathy Helpful Nutrition: Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet rich in whole foods, including fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. These foods are low in saturated fat and contain no cholesterol, thereby reducing your risk of plaque buildup. Get adequate protein from low-fat foods, such as legumes, tofu, lean meat, fish and chicken Try to avoid high-fat selections, such as hot dogs, hamburgers, ham, pork and steak. Maintain a good exercise program, and avoid obesity. Limit or eliminate your intake of drugs that may contribute to impotency. These may include blood pressure medications, antihistamines, antidepressants (we advise against any antidepressants and suggest you find out what to take nutritionally by going to Alternative Mental Health.com where non-drug practitioners names can be found along with many articles on the subject of mental health problems. If you are a cigarette smoker, try to quit as soon as possible, because cigarette smoking has been associated with artherosclerosis and impotency. Avoid alcohol. Do not consume animal fats, sugar, fried or junk foods. Do not smoke. Avoid being around cigarette smoke. Avoid stress. Consult a urologist for testing to determine whether impotence is caused by an underlying illness that requires treatment. RECOMMENDED: Breakthrough
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