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Researchers have discovered a great ally for men in their intimate lives. However, this new finding primarily concerns men over the age of 40.
Scientists from the Tianjin Medical University General Hospital in China claim that red wine can be considered an alternative to Viagra. The juice from these grapes helps boost male libido. Moreover, consuming this beverage reduces the risk of erectile dysfunction by 80 percent.
The team behind this research urges men over 40 to drink a glass of red grape juice at least five times a week. This could significantly enhance their sexual desire.
The study, which was not funded by any commercial entity, also revealed that most other popular beverages are not beneficial for men’s intimate lives.
According to findings published in the journal The Ageing Male, regular consumption of apple, orange, pineapple, or tomato juice, as well as soft drinks, does not protect men from a decrease in libido.
What Did the Scientists Discover?
The medical team studied 1,500 middle-aged men. They were interested in the participants’ lifestyles and their tendencies to consume various drinks from a list of nine beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Volunteers also reported any issues they had with libido.
The results showed that among all the beverages, red grape juice had the most significant impact on increasing libido. In contrast, white grape juice was not effective in combating erectile dysfunction.
Researchers attribute this to the fact that red varieties contain more phenolic compounds. These plant chemicals prevent the narrowing of arteries, which typically restricts blood flow to the genital area.
In their report, the team stated: “Grape juice contains many health-beneficial phenolic compounds, and red grape juice has more of them than white. Based on these results, we suggest that men, especially those over 40, should consume grape juice at least five times a week to reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction.”
Why Is This Discovery Important?
This is the first study to highlight the role of a specific beverage in enhancing libido.
It is believed that erectile dysfunction affects about half of all men over the age of 40 to some extent. Those who face this issue often turn to medications to boost their sexual desire. British doctors alone prescribe over four million prescriptions for libido-enhancing drugs each year, totaling £13 million. Millions more pills are purchased online or over the counter, according to the Daily Mail.
The causes of erectile dysfunction include the narrowing of blood vessels that supply the genital organ. This is often linked to heart disease, high cholesterol, and elevated blood sugar levels.
Numerous studies have shown that a healthy diet and regular exercise can help men maintain a fulfilling intimate life.
