Episode 548: What Every Man Needs To Know For Better Sexual Health

When we talk about men's sexual health, the conversation often revolves around things like erections, testosterone, and sexual performance. But there's so much more to sexual health than what happens in the bedroom. In this episode, we're going to explore the science of men's sexual health and the essential habits that can help support a healthier, more satisfying sex life.

My guest is Dr. Rena Malik, a board-certified urologist, pelvic surgeon, and sexual health expert whose educational videos have received over half a billion views. She is author of the new book, The Hard Truth, which answers the questions men are often too embarrassed to ask in the doctor’s office when it comes to improving their health and sex lives.

Some of the specific topics we cover include:

• How does diet affect men's sexual health?
• How much exercise do men need to optimize their sexual health?
• What role does the pelvic floor play in male sexual function?
• Can endocrine disruptors negatively affect men's sexual health?
• Are masturbation and pornography actually harmful to men's sexual health?

You can check out Rena's Linktree to find out more about her work.

Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology.

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