Lifestyle & Sexual Health

Does Smoking Cause Erectile Dysfunction? Yes. Smoking is a well established, independent risk factor for erectile dysfunction (ED). It damages the blood vessels that carry blood into the penis, and the more a person smokes, the higher the risk becomes. The chemicals in tobacco smoke can also impair the normal function of the vascular and […]

Does Alcohol Cause Erectile Dysfunction? Yes, alcohol can cause erectile dysfunction (ED) both in the short term, from a single episode of heavy drinking, and in the long term, through chronic use that affects nerves, hormones, and blood flow over time. Alcohol has a reputation for lowering inhibitions, but it doesn’t improve sexual performance. In