Root Cause Of Erectile Dysfunction & Best Ways To Help Reverse It Naturally | Dr. Mark Hyman

A decrease in libido or difficulty in achieving or maintaining an erection during sex are tell-tale signs of erectile dysfunction, and they can be uncomfortable to address. Sure, aging and performance anxiety are part of the story, but believe it or not, erectile dysfunction is not just about sexual health. It’s often the first clue of bigger health issues.

In this episode of my Health Bites series, I explore the root causes of erectile dysfunction, delving into the limitations of conventional medicine, the little blue pill, and how we can utilize the power of Functional Medicine by making changes to our diet, lifestyle, and even trying things like supplements, peptides, and hormone therapy.

This episode is brought to you by Mitopure and Rupa Health.

In this episode, I discuss (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):
The prevalence of erectile dysfunction (4:34 / 2:04)
The root cause of low testosterone (9:38 / 7:08)
The conventional medicine approach to treating erectile dysfunction (11:51 / 9:21)
How do Viagra and ED drugs work? (16:34 / 14:04)
The Functional Medicine approach to treating erectile dysfunction: diagnostic testing (18:58 / 16:28)
Root causes of sexual dysfunction (29:42 / 27:12)
Diet, lifestyle, and supplements to improve sexual dysfunction (42:22 / 39:52)

[christopherrobinson]

I really wish I could laugh, even smile about this. I made ALL of these mistakes (alcohol, drugs, lifestyle, horrible diet) for decades. I’m 44 and this has been my most frustrating health issue yet, and it’s yet to be determined what my blood vessels etc look like. I wonder if I’ve done irreparable damage and I worry if I’m going to actually be able to be sexually intimate with a woman again - ever. I’ve made changes to my diet and stopped smoking. Never was a big drinker but have cut that out too. I wish I had taken my health and nutrition into consideration when I was partying away in my thirties thinking life’s good and you live forever. I feel pretty isolated and alone with this, as I can’t talk about it to everyone..I hope I can get past this and get sexually healthy and that this isn’t going to define the second half of my life

[oar-N-oasis]

kung sakaling may ED ang aking partner at kailangan nyang uminom ng kung ano anong gamot para lang ma meet ang intimate na pangangailangan namin pero may hindi magandang side effects sa kanyang kalusugan, para sa akin, huwag na!
I'm gonna try to control my desire, his health is more important.

[jimkofron]

WTH? At first, I thought "Why is Jon Stewart talking about ED" ? 😆

[roqclimber]

ED and Low Libido at 65 is also caused by being with Post Menopausal women, who've stopped producing 'Come Hither' Pheromones.

[davincimen]

Man, so happy to hear from you on this. Twenty years ago or so, I was utterly stunned by your presentations on PBS. You gained huge credibility to me then, and now, to find you on YouTube is super valuable, especially amid so much BS pushed everywhere.

[jzgtr]

So, less than 1% test for insulin resistance and cholesterol quality, but 99% try to scare you into taking cholesterol drugs without regard to possibly causing dementia.

[lorettacaputo]

Thank you for all your info. I always find your talks to be a breath of fresh air for metabolic health and its aid in longevity.

[RedneckHillbilly-homd]

Try Ginko Biloba guys. No I wasn't having any problems with ED but I started taking Ginko Biloba to try it for inflammation and it made my 42 year old self start acting as if I was 20 years old again down there lol so I'm sure it will help maybe.

[RobbeyT]

I'm 67 and as well as changing to a Keto diet, I found a couple of videos on YouTube for pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises. These have worked like a charm for me within a couple of months.

[pzmjcuw]

Glad I found you. I knew my ED was a lot of what you have pointed out. My goal is 100 lbs weight loss. At 6 ft 7'' and 348 lbs is horrible. Down to 320 lbs. now since about 3 wks+ and still dieting and pedaling. recumbent bike. You are so inspiring. Thank you

[gregpayne]

finally at 39 mins hes about to start talking about how we can fix this. 🙌

[richardmace]

In defense of many doctors out there, unfortunately it is often not a case of the doctors not knowing to request these tests, but it's the insurance companies not being willing to cover the costs of these tests. On several occasions I've requested to have some of these tests done, and my doctor has told me he could order them, but my insurance would not cover them. I'd have to pay for them out of pocket, which is something I cannot afford to do. So, people are left not knowing vital information because insurances, that you pay out the ass for, won't cover them. Insurance companies aren't about prevention. They are all about profit. Healthy people don't make a profit for them but chronically ill people do.

[laurentiurudeanu]

Did he shoot the whole video in one go?? That's amazing, how can he be that fluent?

[TheDonwiggins]

When I was put on amitriptyline for nerve pain and mild depression is when I started having issues. After I heard that it can cause issues, I stopped taking it. I changed to a vegan diet, and I started popping wood sitting at my desk at work. I think it was mostly circulation issues. I was consuming a lot of garlic which also helps. When my diet fluctuates I have a decline in penis health. There are a lot of herbs that also help. Cacoa and maca seems to REALLY make a big difference. There is a lot to it, but your health should be the main focus in anyone's life. Without your health, you don't have much.

[nathanbedford]

At 51 I spent the last 18 months recovering my manhood after 4 years of being separated and being quite out of practise.
Hitting the gym helped was not THE initial push against the inertia I found. I boosted my testosterone with food and supplements, building muscle will do it too.
I also considered arterial plaquing and took that as a symptom of a possible larger problem.
I also dealt with my psychology as my ex made me feel worthless.
Finally I hit upon the kick up the rear end that smashed inertia.
Went to an adult shop and they had a herbal supplement called Vitamin Xx.
I no longer use it as it made me hard kept me hard only when I was aroused. Lasted 3 days.
I learnt to take less and get the same effect.
Eventually found I did not need it nor want it.
I think psychologically it gave me the confidence with my girlfriend and hijacked self doubt and negative thinking.
I certainly don't perform like I did at 20 but age and experience makes up for it.
Just frustrated that I don't know what a quickie is any more.

[billcook]

I hate the term pre diabetes, what about pre death etc

[Last_day_events]

I have seen many videos on this and they rarely mention zinc. For an older guy this in addition to the things he mentions can really help.

[frankplazek]

Love your information, keep us informed.

[laurentiurudeanu]

Did he do the whole video shooting in one go? That's amazing, how can he be that fluent?

[TheHoth]

Eat a lot of beef and some oysters when in season. Eat natural whole food and cut out all processed carb. Never have a problem. 😅