MTV's Hard Times: Can Big Penis Size Boost Limp Ratings?

MTV's ratings have been drooping lately, and their new strategy for boosting them relies heavily on the power of penis size. Perhaps taking a cue from HBO's Hung, MTV's new show focuses on a lowly high-school outcast whose social life takes a dramatic turn when it is revealed that he has a massive penis. The show, titled The Hard Times of R.J. Berger, is hoped to revive some of their viewership that has been less than supportive in recent times—and what better way than quirky cock-centric programming?



MTV's ratings have fallen 18% since last year, and their strategy seems to be to up the controversy factor. But is having a big penis really that edgy? Perhaps it is. And who knows, maybe this show will inspire nerdy teens across America to invest in penis enlargement techniques in order to bulk up their organs. After all, the message of this show—not unlike HBO's Hung, about a down-on-his-luck man who digs his way out of the recession by monetizing his best asset (his giant penis)—is that having a bigger-than-average penis makes you special, sets you apart from all the average dudes out there. And I guess MTV is hoping that having a TV show with a big penis will set them apart from other networks out there. Do you think this show will turn more men on to penis enlargement? Do you think this show looks any good?

Is Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Heart Attacks?

What does erectile dysfunction have to do with heart attacks? Sure, a man might feel like he's going to have a heart attack the first time he goes through an experience of erectile dysfunction, but data from a long-running study indicates a more significant link. It found that erectile dysfunction can be a significant indicator for men's likelihood of developing serious cardiovascular problems. The study finds that men who suffer from ED have a 40% increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular ailments. These findings are leading physicians to consider adding questions about erectile dysfunction to the standard array of risk assessment questions they ask their patients.

The Heart of the Matter

The main reason for these findings is that the same problems with blood flow that can cause heart attacks and other ailments can also be to blame for decreased blood flow to the penis. Thus, erectile dysfunction is being considered for addition to the list of risk factors already outlined by the Framingham Heart Study, which include high blood-pressure, smoking, and cholesterol. By asking men the quick question about whether or not they suffer from ED, physicians can easily gain invaluable information about a man's level of risk. Additionally, if a man comes in to see a doctor about ED, the findings of this study make it an obvious decision to test the man for cardiovascular issues. This could prove to be extremely invaluable for predicting and preventing serious heart troubles for many men.

Erectile Dysfunction: Sometimes More than Just a Sexual Problem

If you yourself are suffering from erectile dysfunction, this information shouldn't be taken lightly. Don't panic of course; just because you have ED doesn't mean you're going to die of a heart attack tomorrow. ED can have a plethora of causes other than cardiovascular problems. However, if ED is a chronic issue for you, in addition to trying to deal with it via penis pills and penile enhancement methods, you should also seriously consider seeing a physician to assess your cardiovascular health. You may be very happy you did!

All the Rage: Anabolic Steroids, Sexual Health, and Penis Size

In professional sports, steroids seem to be all the rage—pun intended. A lot of men choose to use anabolic steroids in order to enhance their sporting abilities or to obtain a more muscular physique; but what effect do they have on male sexual health? In other words, will steroids mess with your penis? We should probably say right off the bat that this article is not intended to sell you on the idea taking steroids. We are of the opinion that there are safer and superior ways to achieving a muscular physique—like exercise and diet—that don't carry the same risks as steroids. However, to use or not to use is ultimately the choice of the individual, and this little post can serve as a warning of some of the risks involved with taking steroids, in particular relating to penis size and penile health.

If you're considering using steroids, there are a lot of things you should think about first. Obviously, there's the fact that most sports ban the use of such drugs, and using them could get you in serious hot water if you're competing. Then there's the health issue. Are they harmful, and in particular, will they effect your penis size or sexual performance? We'll attempt to answer these questions about anabolic steroids so you can make an informed decision.

Anabolic Steroids: Are They Worth the Risks?

Anabolic steroids, usually taken as injections, pills, creams, or gels, have the effect of increasing muscle mass, as well as increasing testosterone. However, they also make you vulnerable to a variety of adverse side effects that are far from rare. In addition to causing cardiovascular and liver problems, anabolic steroids can have detrimental effects on male sexual function. Some common sexual complications are:

• Erectile dysfunction: Ironically, even though sexual interest is increased with the use of steroids, the ability to obtain and sustain erections is drastically hindered. Talk about frustrating!
• Shrinkage of the testicles: Although penile shrinkage due to steroid use is largely inflated by urban myth—although it will look smaller relative to your body—testicular shrinkage is a very real and common side effect of high doses of anabolic steroids. Big man/small nuts syndrome.
• Gynecomastia: AKA the growth of breasts. Another common side effect in men is the growth of "man boobs" which have to be removed surgically. Not very manly at all, unfortunately.

The cruel irony of anabolic steroids is that although they increase many masculine physical traits, like sex drive and testosterone, they have a plethora of decidedly unmanly side effects. While you might end up big and strong with a large appetite for sex, those traits might be complimented by tiny testicles, breasts, and the inability to get or sustain an erection. Add these to the cardiovascular and liver-related risks, as well as the increased levels of uncontrollable anger and paranoia (AKA "roid rage"), as advocates of male health, we can say with some certainty that we feel that anabolic steroids are hardly worth the risk.

Manhood: New Book Looks at Cocks in Culture

In his new book, Dutch urologist Mels van Driel answers such questions as: Should I get a vasectomy? Why is semen sticky? And, what's it like to have sex with Satan's barbed penis? Manhood: The Rise and Fall of the Penis is more than just a useful guide to penile health (which it is); it's also an incredible collection of anecdotes, factoids, and historical tidbits about the ever-changing significance, meanings, and practices associated with the male sex organ. While you're inquiring about such relevant issues like penis size and testicular health, why not also skim some information about a 22 year old Portuguese gypsy who had two functioning penises? According to van Driel, "once he had climaxed with one he immediately continued with the other." But would he have to pay double when investing in penis enlargement? In any case, that's good reading. But Manhood, is so much more.

A Practical Guide to Dicks

It's easy to get too caught up in all the oddities and bizarre historical tidbits that color the pages of this document of dick, but deep down it's actually a really informative manual featuring info about penis size, testosterone, various ailments of the genitals, all written by a practicing urologist. But if we can learn anything from all of the strange and unusual penis anecdotes from around the world and throughout history, it's that what we think about the penis, what it means, how big it should be, how it should be used, decorated, displayed—all the meanings and rules we associate with the human penis—are always fluid and ever-changing. What constitutes an ideal penis size in one context is grossly inadequate in another—just look at Michelangelo's David. This combination of practical information and fun reading makes Manhood: The Rise and Fall of the Penis a very worthwhile read, whether you have a penis of your own or not.