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Worst foods for erectile dysfunction: How your diet affects your erection quality

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Jan 15, 2026 · 10 min read

Diets high in processed sugars, trans fats, and excessive sodium (a typical “Western diet”) can worsen erectile dysfunction by damaging the endothelium and reducing nitric oxide–driven vasodilation needed to fill and trap blood in the penis. Because penile arteries are smaller and show vascular injury earlier than the heart, your grocery list can affect erection ...

Do low salt frozen meals actually exist? A guide to heart-healthy muscle fuel

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 03, 2026 · 11 min read

Low-salt frozen meals do exist, but many “high-protein” options still deliver around 1,200 mg of sodium per serving—more than 50% of the American Heart Association’s 2,300 mg/day limit. This guide breaks down how excess sodium drives fluid retention and blood-pressure strain, and how to spot freezer meals that fuel muscle without compromising vascular health. “Many ...

The anabolic crunch: Are protein chips a viable tool for male metabolic health?

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Dec 13, 2025 · 10 min read

Protein chips can be a viable tool for male metabolic health when used as an occasional swap for traditional chips, because their higher protein and lower rapidly digesting carb load tends to increase satiety and better supports muscle repair than starch-heavy snacks. The trade-off is that most are ultra-processed and often high in sodium and ...

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Worst foods for erectile dysfunction: How your diet affects your erection quality

Do low salt frozen meals actually exist? A guide to heart-healthy muscle fuel

The anabolic crunch: Are protein chips a viable tool for male metabolic health?