The Model Health Show
Description
For decades, sexual education has overlooked critical topics in sexual health. What is the relationship between diet and hormonal health? How can your sleep quality impact how you show up in the bedroom? And what can your sexual health tell you about your overall health and longevity? Today’s guest is here to unpack these questions.
Dr. Rena Malik is a board-certified urologist, pelvic surgeon, and internationally recognized health educator. Her new book, The Hard Truth, outlines how foundational habits like diet and exercise can influence your sexual health. And today, you’re going to learn about the exact things you need to do to optimize your hormone levels, sexual function, and so much more.
In this interview, Dr. Malik is sharing the four pillars of sexual health, and how you can directly influence them. This episode is packed with interesting science, actionable tips, and hard-earned expertise on human sexual function. I hope you enjoy this interview with the one and only, Dr. Rena Malik!
In this episode you’ll discover:
How your diet impacts your sex life. (3:14)
Which diet is linked with 20% lower risk of erectile problems. (7:07)
Three foundational things to focus on for a healthier diet. (10:00)
How ultraprocessed food can impact your reproductive health. (12:48)
Why your stress levels can damage your sex life. (17:07)
The importance of sleep quality for sexual health. (25:50)
How sleep deprivation can affect testosterone levels. (27:56)
What you need to know about porn and masturbation. (33:59)
Why confidence is an important pillar of sexual health. (38:02)
The link between strength and erectile function. (45:29)
How 150 minutes of exercise per week can improve your sexual health. (45:44)
Why pelvic floor strength is so important. (47:14)
The hard truth about premature ejaculation. (55:37)
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