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Penis Health: Consider These 6 Indirect Factors

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Dr. Vinod RainaSexologist • 23 Years Exp.MD - General Medicine
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When it comes to penis health, most men know the basics: wash well, wear protection and engage in frequent solo or partner play. If a man isn't aware of factors that indirectly impact his penis health, though, the more direct approaches will only do so much good. A healthy sex life is key to mental and physical well-being, so men should make it a priority to educate themselves concerning the many ways in which they can promote a healthy manhood, which means knowing the habits that can harm the member.

Smoking

Cigarettes are known for calming nerves, but they do so in a detrimental way. Chemicals in cigarette smoke actually damage nerves in the body and interfere with their ability to experience pleasurable sensations. That's a big problem when it comes to the penis.

But that's not all. Cigarette smoke negatively impacts circulation. Erectile health hinges on proper blood flow through the body, since erections are caused by blood rushing into the penis. In studies, smokers have exhibited poorer erection quality than non-smokers. Quitting can reverse the damage.

Alcohol

A night of heavy drinking can hamper a man's erectile strength by dampening his ability to sense pleasure. It can also interfere with the body's ability to hold blood in the penis for a strong erection due to alcohol's effects on blood vessels. Chronic heavy drinking may inhibit proper testosterone production; this hormone is imperative for erectile ability and sex drive. Heavy drinkers also have a higher rate of depression, which is no good for the sex drive.

Poor dental hygiene

Taking care of one's teeth is not only important from an aesthetic standpoint; poor dental hygiene often corresponds with a buildup of bacteria caused by gum disease, and this bacteria gets into the blood stream where it damages blood vessels. In the penis, this can translate to poor erectile health as vessels are less capable of supporting proper circulation.

Diet

A diet high in fats and sugars and low in nutrients doesn't promote healthy circulation, and can mess with one's energy levels. Follow the basics: plenty of fruits and vegetables of a variety of colors and lean proteins; limit fats and sugars.

Lack of exercise

Cardiovascular exercise is necessary for healthy circulation, as it works the heart to help it pump blood more efficiently. Sitting around all day can leave a man sluggish and, over time, in poor cardiovascular health.

Excess exercise

Guys who over-train by hitting the gym nearly every day, pushing themselves to the limit and beyond, may be damaging their sex lives. That's because those who over-train have an excess of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies, and this hormone has an inverse relationship with testosterone; the more of the former, the less of the latter.

Avoiding these indirect penis problem-causers requires no special effort, as these same factors lead to several other health problems as well. Avoiding them is part of a healthy lifestyle in general, so guys who attend to their overall well-being are likely covered in the penis and sexual health areas.

There are several things guys can do for penile health that involve the member directly. Along with the basics mentioned at the beginning above, a less obvious one is the use of a penis health creme (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil).This skin care product for men contains natural moisturizers to keep the penile skin resilient against friction and chafing, as well as L-arginine, which promotes penile blood vessel openness and, in turn, healthy blood flow. Using a product like this daily can give a man the extra boost he needs to feel good about what he's got and know he's treating it the best he can.

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