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Research has shown relation between blood cholesterol and incidence of impotence in men. It is shown that men who have lower blood cholesterol are less likely to develop erective dysfunction. Higher amounts of HDL or high density lipoprotein are also indicative to help in prevention of impotence.
Atherosclerosis which results in hardening of the arteries can obstruct the blood blow to and from the penis. This is, of course, the primary cause of impotence.
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Impotency and Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made in the liver and found in certain foods, like dairy products (whole milk), eggs and meat. Cholesterol is required by the body to carry out its functioning properly. High cholesterol is a common problem among middle ages men aged 45 years or older. However, even younger men are more and more facing the problem of high cholesterol because of the changes in the lifestyle habits.
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Causes of high cholesterol:
- Diet The saturated fat and cholesterol in the food you eat raise total and LDL-cholesterol levels.
- Weight: Being overweight can make your LDL-cholesterol level go up and your HDL level go down.
- Physical inactivity. Living a sedentary lifestyle can be harmful for health in general, and can lead to high cholesterol level in men.
- Heredity. High cholesterol can also be due to your genes. If the incidence of high blood cholesterol is high in your family, then you are more likely to have it. Your genes are partly responsible for how much cholesterol your body makes.
Men and Heart Disease
Men who fall under any of these risk categories for high cholesterol need to take medical help. Men of all age have high risk of heart disease than women in general. Medication along with lifestyle changes can help you reduce your blood cholesterol and keep impotence at bay.
Learn how to control your cholesterol:
Physical Activity
Weight Loss
Healthy Eating
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