#160 - Erectile dysfunction may mean chronic disease & early death | Dr. Merrill Matschke & Dr. Casey Means

Erectile dysfunction can be an early indicator of future cardiovascular disease, endothelial dysfunction, and early death. Learn more in this conversation between urologist and male reproductive specialist and surgeon Dr. Merrill Matschke and Levels Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Casey Means. Look for multiple new shows per week on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations about metabolic health and how the Levels startup team builds a wellness movement from the ground up in the health and wellness tech industry. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: https://levels.link/wnl Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. 🎙 What Dr. Merrill Matschke & Dr. Casey Means discuss: (13:47) – The connection between metabolic dysfunction and erectile dysfunction (22:08) – How ED develops (34:11) – Let’s talk about oxidative stress (40:06) – The importance of testosterone levels in insulin sensitivity (46:50) – The importance of diet, exercise, and sleep (48:45) – Why is testosterone dropping? (59:59) – Our healthcare system needs to do better (01:07:44) – Don’t put treatment off (01:14:02) – Sleep is crucial (01:19:41) – Nobody’s perfect Transcripts & Show Notes 🔗 Helpful links: Watch the conversation: https://youtu.be/mum4AfB0K_Y  Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/levelshealth?sub_confirmation=1