Researchers at the University of Athens have just found a new health asset for the Mediterranean diet. This diet that focuses mainly on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and olive oil is known to reduce muscle loss in seniors, protect the brain from cognitive decline or reduce cardiovascular risk .

Greek scientists now claim that this mode of feeding is also good for maintaining erectile function. According to the researchers, consuming a minimum of 9 tablespoons of olive oil a week would reduce the risk of impotence by 40%, ie the inability to obtain and maintain an erection sufficient for sex.

A study of 660 men averaging 67 years of age showed that this diet keeps the blood vessels healthy and allows for better testosterone levels, which reduces the risk of erectile dysfunction. "It offers men a long-term solution without taking any medication, such as Viagra," says Dr. Christina Chrysohoou, lead author of the study.