What you can do to maintain a healthy and enjoyable sex life as you grow older. As you age, sex isn't the same as it was in your 20s — but it can still be satisfying. Contrary to common myths, sex isn't just for the young. Many seniors continue to enjoy their sexuality into their 80s and beyond. A healthy sex life not only is fulfilling, but also is good for other aspects of your life, including your physical health and self-esteem. Senior sex: What changes as men get older? As men age, testosterone levels decline and changes in sexual function are common. These physiological changes can include: • A need for more stimulation to achieve and maintain erection and orgasm • Shorter orgasms • Less forceful ejaculation and less semen … [Read more...]
Is loss of sex drive normal as a man gets older?
It's natural for men to notice a gradual decrease in sex drive (libido) as they age. The degree of this decline varies, and most men maintain at least some amount of sexual interest well into their 60s and 70s. Sometimes, however, loss of sex drive is related to an underlying condition. For men, depression and stress often contribute to loss of sex drive. Sometimes the culprit is a decrease in male sex hormones due to an endocrine disorder. In other cases, loss of sex drive may be a medication side effect. If you're concerned about loss of sex drive — especially if the loss happened abruptly — consult your doctor. He or she will likely do a physical exam and lab tests to help determine what's causing the loss of sex drive. Once any … [Read more...]
Can Alcohol Cause Erectile Dysfunction
About Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction is a condition in which a man is unable to achieve an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. In some cases the man is able to achieve an erection but unable to maintain it long enough to complete the sex act. Most men experience erectile difficulties at some point in their lives, but this is different from ED. According to the Mayo Clinic, those with ED will fail to achieve an erection at least 25 percent of the time. ED has several causes and alcohol consumption can be one of them. Alcohol: Effects on the Body Alcohol is a nervous system depressant and can actually block nerve impulses and messages between the brain and body. This is why drunk people often experience slurred speech, … [Read more...]
Can Being Overweight Cause Erectile Dysfunction?
About Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction occurs when a man is unable to maintain or achieve an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction has several causes, most of which are diseases that directly affect vascular function, such as hypertension, heart disease and diabetes. According to the Mayo Clinic, obese men are more likely to have these diseases and experience erectile dysfunction. Being slightly overweight, carrying around just a few extra pounds, will most likely not cause erectile dysfunction, but being overweight can pave the way to obesity. Obesity--excess body fat and a BMI over 30--can cause significant health problems and directly contributes to erectile dysfunction. How Obesity Affects the … [Read more...]
Sudden Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to sustain an erection long enough for sexual intercourse at least 25% of the time. Having difficulty sustaining an erection from time to time is normal and should not generally be cause for concern. If the sudden loss of an erection continues or becomes more bothersome, its likely there is an underlying health issue that needs attention. Significance: Losing the ability to sustain an adequate erection--even from time to time--can effect a man's self-esteem, feelings of intimacy and cause difficulty in their relationship. Talking with your health care provider may be embarassing and uncomfortable, but it's likely worth the effort. Determining the cause of your sudden ED may also uncover … [Read more...]
What Causes Erectile Dysfunction & Premature Ejaculation
About Premature Ejaculation Premature ejaculation is a fairly common and treatable condition where a man ejaculates early in the sex act--either before or in the beginning stages of intercourse. By the Mayo Clinic's estimation, as many as one out of three men may be affected by premature ejaculation at some point in time. There are several physical and psychological factors and, for many men, a combination of medication, counseling and sexual techniques can help them overcome the condition and delay ejaculation. About Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction is also fairly common and has both physical and psychological causes. With erectile dysfunction, a man may experience difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient … [Read more...]
Four Foods That Might Help and Why
Let food be thy medicine. Isn’t that what Hippocrates said? If food is going to be your medicine, then what foods could possibly help with a condition such as erectile dysfunction? Here’s a list of four foods that are good possibilities: Blackberries and Bilberries Boost Sexual Function The connection between the berries and sexual function is through the antioxidant system. Berries are high in antioxidants, which quench free radicals. One thing you need to overcome erectile dysfunction is a blood vessel-dilating chemical called nitric oxide. The anthocyanins (antioxidants) found in berries quench the free radicals that damage nitric oxide. Elderberries Elderberries aren’t often eaten but you can get elderberry juice at the health … [Read more...]
HGH Increases Sexual Performance
HGH Increases Sexual Performance Sex and sexual performance is an integral part of life, and essential for any species to sustain itself. In addition, sexual functions play several other important roles in our lives, which include: reducing stress, making us look more youthful, etc. Sexual function for males is defined as the ability to achieve and maintain an erection and to produce adequate amounts of fertile semen, while in females, it is defined as an increased sexual desire, increase in orgasm frequency and the ability to produce adequate quantity of lubricant. How does HGH help enhance Sexual Performance? Sexual performance and function tend to reduce as life progress. Sexual function peaks during puberty and gradually … [Read more...]
ED: Is It All in My Head?
Causes The etiology of ED is usually multifactorial. Organic, physiologic, endocrine, and psychogenic factors are involved in the ability to obtain and maintain erections. In general, ED is divided into organic and psychogenic impotence, but most men with organic etiologies usually have an associated psychogenic component. Almost any disease may affect erectile function by altering the nervous, vascular, or hormonal systems. Various diseases may produce changes in the smooth muscle tissue of the corpora cavernosa or influence the patient's psychologic mood and behavior. Pure psychogenic ED is an uncommon disorder, although most ED was once attributed to psychological factors. Diabetes is a well-recognized risk factor, with approximately … [Read more...]
A Partner’s Guide to Erectile Dysfunction
Anne, 63, of Medford, OR, knows a thing or two about erectile dysfunction (ED). Her husband, now 58, first started taking medication for it about 5 years ago. “At first you think, oh, you’re getting older and slowing down. But it got to the point where it was really bothering him, and he was unable to have sex without the drugs,” says Anne, who asked that we use her middle name only, Recommended Related to Erectile Dysfunction Understanding Erectile Dysfunction -- Prevention Because erectile dysfunction is often related to poor blood flow, take steps that improve your cardiovascular health. Here are some suggestions to try: Control your blood pressure, cholesterol level, and medical conditions like diabetes, and don't … [Read more...]
Zerona
ZERONA Science Some of you may have heard about ZERONA and want to know more. ZERONA is a clinically proven FDA cleared cold laser treatment that safely penetrates the skin causing the release of unwanted fat from your hips, waist, and thighs. The released fat is naturally passed through the lymphatic system without negatively affecting cholesterol or triglyceride levels. Losing inches of fat from your hips, waist, and thighs could take months through diet and exercise. Now with ZERONA results can be seen in as little as two weeks with no pain, no surgery, and no recovery time. FDA Cleared Device ZERONA is a well-researched and safe low-level laser for body contouring of the waist, hips, and thighs. The ZERONA device has been … [Read more...]
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Quiz
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Quiz Do you know the basics about erectile dysfunction? Take this quick quiz and find out. Are the following statements about ED true or false? Recommended Related to Erectile Dysfunction Erection Problem Checklist An occasional problem achieving an erection is nothing to worry about. But failure to do so more than half of the time at any age may indicate a condition that needs treatment. Are you at risk for erectile dysfunction (ED)? Take the following quiz and find out. Are you overweight? Yes or No Do you have any of the following conditions? Diabetes High cholesterol Depression Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries from plaque) Kidne... Read the Erection Problem Checklist … [Read more...]
Erection Problem Checklist
An occasional problem achieving an erection is nothing to worry about. But failure to do so more than half of the time at any age may indicate a condition that needs treatment. Are you at risk for erectile dysfunction (ED)? Take the following quiz and find out. Are you overweight? Yes or No Do you have any of the following conditions? Diabetes High cholesterol Depression Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries from plaque) Kidney disease High blood pressure Spinal cord or nervous system disorders Any type of pelvic surgery Do you: Smoke Drink alcohol Use recreational drugs How often do you exercise? Daily Once or twice a week A couple of times a month I never seem to get … [Read more...]
Udo Oil, Choice Blend
Udo Choice Oil Blend “Special Spring Sale Regular $47.00…….. Sale $37.00” What are Essential Fats? Scientists have given essential fats (a.k.a. essential fatty acids or EFAs) their name because the body must have them to survive, but cannot synthesize them from any other substance we eat, so a direct food source is required. Hence, the name essential. There are many kinds of fats, but only two kinds of essential fats: omega 3 (omega-3 or w3) and omega 6 (omega-6 or w6), both of which are unsaturated fats. Each EFA is turned into several derivatives by the body, provided enough omega-3 and omega-6, in the right ratio, and made with health in mind, are supplied. All other fats, such as omega 9 (monounsaturated), omega 7, and saturated fat, … [Read more...]
