How to have a healthy Penis and Sex life

       Many factors which include a well balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables and a stress free lifestyle contribute to penile health and a great sex life.

As a urological surgeon, I regularly get complaints of male erectile dysfunction and infertility with the attendant effects on marriages and relationships. 

Lets examine here a few health tips including diet that can help improve your sex life.

A good general health is essential for a good sex life. If you have a poor sex life, please start by asking your doctor to carry out a general medical check-up, which will include your blood pressure and kidney function.

A urologist check up will also rule out causes of low blood testosterone such as undescended testes, hydrocele, hernia, varicocele, testicular carcinoma etc.

1. An annual health check is essential

2. Treat High blood pressure 

3. Treat Sexually Transmitted infections STIs

4. Treat Anaemia

5. Good Kidney function

6. Good Liver function

The three major substances that have the greatest effect on the health of the penis are Zinc, Vitamin E and Arginine.

Zinc

Zinc is essential for spermatozoa production. An average man looses 15 mcg of zinc in every ejaculate. Since the body does not make zinc it has to come from food that you eat.

Natural sources of zinc include;

Red meat

Pork

Chicken drumstick

Cashew nuts

Chickpeas

Yogurt

Spinach

Avocado

Vitamin E

This fat soluble enzyme is essential for the synthesis of spermatozoa. The main sources of vitamins E include;

Almonds

Olive oil

Palm oil

Peanuts / Groundnuts

Arginine

Arginine is an amino acid that is produced by the body from protein sources like meat. It can also be taken as supplements.

The body uses the amino acid Arginine to produce nitric oxide (NO), a critically important molecule that acts as a vasodilator.

In other words, Arginine makes NO, a substance that dilates our blood vessels and thereby increases the rate of blood flow throughout the entire body, organs and all extremities, including, of course, through the penile tissue.

L-arginine plays a role in the chemical signals between cells through its support of nitric oxide synthesis (NOS). Nitric oxide, a free-form gas produced by the body, is involved in circulatory and immune system function. 

It influences blood flow through veins and arteries and enables cells to communicate with each other. 

Scientific research into the role of nitric oxide in blood flow and vasodilation resulted in the awarding of the 1998 Nobel Prize.

Many foods are natural sources of low levels of arginine. They include nuts like walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, peanuts, almonds, cashews, and Brazil nuts and seeds like sesame and sunflower. 

Oats, corn, cereals, chocolate, buckwheat and brown rice arevhighvin Arginine. Also dairy products, meat, chicken and turkey breasts.

Viagra like effect

These food sources may act by dilating the blood vessels in the Penis like the prescription drug Viagra.

Watermelon

Dates

Aphrodisiacs

Stimulate your sexual appetite and may help relieve impotence. Food sources that act as aphrodisiacs include;

Chocolate

Meat

Moderate alcohol use,  1/2 glasses of wine daily

Oysters

Garlic

Chocolate:

Chocolate contains both a sedative which relaxes and lowers inhibitions and a stimulant to increase activity and the desire for physical contact. It also contains an amino acid, L-Arginine which is known to increase semen volume.

Bananas

Suggestively shaped, bananas reduce blood pressure and we all know that there’s nothing quite like excessively high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) to cause erectile dysfunction. 

Due not only to its shape, but also its creamy, lush texture, some studies show its enzyme bromelain enhances male performance.

Oysters

Oysters have been on the list of libido lifters for centuries now. Casanova reportedly had dozens every morning before setting out on his amorous quests. 

Research shows that bivalve molluscs are actually rich in zinc, essential for testosterone production, and hence can boost sexual performance in men and women.

Garlic

If you think garlic is effective only against cold and heart disease, you will be surprised to know that it has been used as an aphrodisiac for centuries. 

Garlic contains allicin which helps in blood flow towards male sexual organs and also in increasing the quality of sperm.

Peanuts

Peanuts are great libido boosters, especially for men, as they are a rich natural source of L-arginine. This amino acid helps improve sexual function in men by relaxing blood vessels. 

Preliminary studies have also found that L-arginine may help with erectile dysfunction because of this effect on the blood vessels.

Other factors that promote a healthy penis

Regular exercise.

Sleep; 7-8 hours of sleep daily.

Stress free holidays.

Body massage improves circulation.

Herbal remedies; Pine bark.

Drugs; Viagra, Cialis (as prescribed by your doctor).

Avoid anti-testosterone foods and drugs eg. Soya products.

Avoid phyto-oestrogens contained in plant based foods that have been demonstrated to act as anti-testosterone. Testosterone, is the main androgen male hormone, responsible for male sexaul health, maintenance of erection and libido in both men and women.

Women naturally produce small amounts of androgens from the adrenal glands above their kidneys.

The main phyto-oestrogens to avoid are higly processed or fermented soya products, the isoflavanoid genisten and hops, an ingredient in beer brewing responsible for the bitter taste.

Avoid excessive beer drinking.

These simple dietary modifications have several health benefits as well as enhancing penile health. 

Thanks for being here and goodluck on your journey to optimal health and wellness. I hope you enjoyed reading this piece. 

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