Health claim

A diet high in refined sugars reduces nitric oxide production, impairing vasodilation and contributing to erectile dysfunction.

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Evidence Summary

Multiple well-designed studies consistently support this claim.

Excess sugar intake is linked to endothelial dysfunction, a known factor in erectile issues.

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A diet high in refined sugars reduces nitric oxide production, impairing vasodilation and contributing to erectile dysfunction. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest