New studies are showing that there is a definitive link between obesity in men and erectile dysfunction.
Obese men are shown to have lower levels of hormones like testosterone, and can be effected by hypertension which are important factors in ED associated with obesity.
The correlation between male potency and obesity go back hundreds of years when a large stomach impaired the ability of a man to have sex.
There are lots of studies that support this idea, and they are especially significant today due to the large percentage of overweight Americans.
Tests that were performed showed that obesity was definitely associated with a greater (physical) contribution to impotency, as well as a drop in testosterone levels.
As far as psychological disturbances are concerned, it seems they don't play a major role in developing ED in relation to obesity.
The link between ED and obesity could be a very useful tool for motivating men to improve their lifestyles and aim towards living a much more active lifestyle.
A lot of recent studies have shown that light to moderate drinking (the key word being moderate) can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and death.
About 1-2 drinks a day can not only have a relaxing effect but can elevate the levels of good cholesterol in the body.
One study shows that wine has many beneficial elements, and could even lengthen a man's life expectancy by about two years.
These studies have shown us that there is a connection to sexual well-being and overall health, and that by staying physically fit and eating well obesity-related ED can be cut down.