Steak vs. salad: which meal boosts nighttime erections?
NCT ID NCT04349059
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how plant-based meals compare to animal-based meals on erectile function in 46 healthy men with normal erections. Participants eat specially prepared meals and wear a device to measure nighttime erections. The goal is to see if diet alone can make a difference, without any drugs or treatments.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that diet alone affects erectile function, pointing toward dietary advice for men's health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study in healthy men only, so results may not apply to men with erectile dysfunction or other health issues.
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Montefiore Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
RECRUITINGThe Bronx, New York, 10467, United States
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