Studies show that prolonged stress may have a bad impact on men’s sexual health. Dr. Tra Anh Duy at Men’s Health Clinic in HCMC was quoted by thanhnien.vn as saying that effective stress control is an important factor in protecting men’s sexual health. Following are stress control methods recommended by the doctor. Doing physical exercises regularly: Workouts are a natural and effective way to relieve stress. A study in the medical journal Archives of Internal Medicine indicates that physical activities can help relieve stress and increase the release of endorphin – the hormone that can alleviate pain, lower stress, and improve mood. Physical exercises can help improve blood circulation, thus reducing erectile dysfunction (impotence). “Running, practicing yoga, cycling and swimming are highly recommended,” said Dr. Duy. “Yoga can help relieve stress, regulate breathing and improve sexuality.” Sound sleep: Sleep plays an important role in recovering energy and balancing hormones. Good sleep can help reduce cortisol (the primary stress hormone), thus improving sexual health. You should sleep 7-8 hours a day in a quiet and comfortable bedroom, which can help boost energy recovery and testosterone production. Meditation and breathing exercises: These have long been proved to be effective measures to soothe […]
Managing stress for a healthier sex life
The Saigon Times
