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High Intensity Health with Mike Mutzel, MS

Micoplastics Stored in the Penis, Linked to Erectile Dysfunction (STUDY)

Jun 27, 2024
A study discovered microplastic particles in the male penis linked to erectile dysfunction. Tips to prevent exposure to microplastics include avoiding face masks and heating plastic containers. Stay hydrated with Electrolyte + Creatine Combo by MYOXCIENCE.
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  • Presence of microplastics in penile tissue linked to erectile dysfunction.
  • Health risks associated with consuming microplastics found in plastic bottles and packaged foods.

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Link Between Microplastic Particles and Erectile Dysfunction

The study revealed a concerning link between the presence of microplastic particles in penile tissue and erectile dysfunction. The research involved six subjects undergoing a prosthesis for erectile dysfunction, with their penile tissues examined for microplastic particles. Notably, various microplastic compounds such as polystyrene and polyethylene were detected, emphasizing the widespread presence of these particles. This finding contradicts previous beliefs that microplastics were too small to have significant health effects.

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