When we think of stress, we think that it makes us absentminded,

not able to do what we’re supposed to as well as we could. We

think depression, time off work and generally a mental issue.

Stress is actually a whole lot more. Everything that goes in on your

emotions, your head, and your thoughts actually physically affects you.

A person who is stressed is almost certainly a person who feels under

the weather constantly, and is not aware of the root causes.

Being stressed runs down your immune system, and when you get

stressed your body tenses up, getting ready for a wound, a cut, or a

bite. This tension also restricts blood flow and energy causing you to

be constantly tired. The worst stresses – those horrible ones that seem

beyond your control or seem like they’re never going to end – result in

every single area of your immunity being suppressed and your immune

system function to drop significantly in all parts of your body.

Your prostate relies on tiny blood vessels for nutrition and cleansing

and when that blood flow is restricted it fails to function correctly.

These effects can be damaging and set you on a course to developing

a prostate problem, or making one you already have even worse.

One clinical trial of more than 300 men, found that high stress levels

are associated with elevated PSA readings. Prostate-specific antigen

(PSA) is produced by the prostate so obviously the higher the reading,

the larger the prosate. Not good for you!! Another study conducted at

a US university, looked at the relationship between stress and prostatitis

in rats. This research found that even mild stress produced increased

inflammation of the prostate. Conversely, inflammation diminished in the

rats not placed under stress.

At the next level above prostate problems, a May 1998 issue of Cancer

magazine reported that among men with prostate disease, anxiety and

depression were very common. They noted that 80% of prostate disease

occurs in men over 65 years of age and though the prostate was also

physically enlarging at this time, this group was experiencing a higher than

normal number of stresses. These were age-related, loss of a spouse,

retirement and friends or other family members passing away.

Physically, when you feel positive emotions like love or acceptance,

happy hormones are released into your bloodstream, giving you a feeling

of well-being and ‘on-top-of-thew-world’. The opposite is also true

though, putting you into that tensed fight or flight mode which is completely

instinctive.

Your ability to deal with stress varies immensely from anyone else you

know. A little stress is good, otherwise you’ll go senile, but you will have

to find out for yourself, (or you should know be now) what stress makes

you perform better, and what causes you to crumple.

If you have trouble dealing with stress, you should consider getting rid

of negative people from your life, the people that cause you problems

and stress. Choose your friends carefully, surround yourself with people

who you can trust and make you feel good. If you can, avoid dealing

with people you stress you out.

In regards to the physical stresses, take note that tight underpants and

trousers can restrict the flow of blood to the groin and restrict body

movement, leading to tight muscles. Your testicles need to be free to

regulate their temperature by raising or lowering themselves, something

they cannot do if they are held firmly in place. Instead, go for loose pants

and boxer shorts.

If you are spiritually minded then mediate on the Bible or anything else

you consider appropriate. This helps you to be calm and have your

life more centered. If you are not, then consider doing yoga, or something

slow and relaxing that clears the mind and relaxes the body. Just find

something, de-stress yourself and it’s one more little thing towards the

end goal of a better prostate for life.

Nowadays , vitamin regimes are becoming more and more popular. For such a regime specially built for your hair it takes from 2 to 3 months in order to see obvious results in your hair’s condition. You can guess that consistancy and patience are very important. Another really important thing is to consult with your doctor before starting a vitamin program , especially if you have healt issues.

So here is the Top 9 Vitamins for healthy and strong hair:

Vitamin A - This is the antioxidant that helps the production of healthy sebum in the scalp. It can be found in : fish liver oil , milk , cheese , meat , eggs , broccoli , cabbage , carrots , spinach and some fruits such as apricots and peaches. Recommended daily dose : 5 000 IU.

WARNING! Daily dose higher than 25 000 IU is highly toxic and can cause serious hair loss and other health problems.

Vitamin C - Another antioxidant that is responsible for maintaining skin and hair overall health. Foods that consist vitamic C : citrus fruits , kiwi , strawberries , pineapple , tomatoes , cantaloupe , green peppers , potatoes and dark green vegetables. Recommended daily dose : 60 mg.

Vitamin E - Antioxidant that controls and enhances blood circulation in the scalp. Can be found in: Cold-pressed vegetable oils , soybeams , raw seeds and nuts , wheat germ oil , dried beans and leafy green vegetables. Recommended daily dose : Up to 400 IU.

WARNING! Vitamin E is capable of raising blood pressure and reducing blood clotting. People with blood pressure problems MUST consult with their personal doctros before taking Vitamin E-rich supplements.

Biotin - this vitamin supports the productions of keratin and is capable of preventing graying and hair loss. Biotin is found in : brewer’s yeast , whole grains , liver , rice , milk and egg yolks. Recommended daily dose : 150-300 mcg.

Inositol - strenghtens hair follicles at cellular level. Foods : whole grains , brewer’s yeast , liver and citrus fruits.Recommended daily dose : up to 600 mg.

Niacin (aka Vitamin B3) - this vitamin promotes scalp circulation and can be found in the following foods : brewer’s yeast , fish , chicken , wheat germ , turkey and meat.Recommended daily dose : 15 mg.

WARNING! Taking more than 25 mg of Vitamin B3 a day can result in “niacin flush” which is a temporary heat sensation due to high blood cell dialiation.

Pantothenic Acid (aka Vitamin B5) - slows and prevents graying and hair loss. Food sources: brewer’s yeast , organ meats , whole grain cereals and egg yolks. Recommended daily dose : 4-7 mg.

Vitamin B6 - prevents hair loss and helps with the production of melanin (which gives your hair its color).Vitamin B6 can be found in : liver , brewer’s yeast , whole grain cereals , vegetables , egg yolk and organ meats.Recommended daily dose : 1.6 mg

WARNING! High doses of B6 may cause numbness in feet and hands.

Vitamin B12 - stong preventor of hair loss. Food sources : fish , eggs , milk and chicken. Recommended daily dose : 2mg.

The healing is ALWAYS done by nature and fresh healthy blood. But, even if the blood is healthy, when it can not reach the prostate gland in sufficient quantity, the prostate can and will from a variety of diseases. The prostate gland is responsible for producing a large percentage of a man’s ejaculate, and it is healthy and desirable to fully drain this fluid regularly.

Prostate massage is a healthy and pleasurable activity that can be enjoyed as part of your intimate life. A 10-20 minute prostate massage at least once a month, and as often as once a day, is important for a healthy gland. The whole purpose of this external prostate massage is to bring some new fresh circulation to the area and keep it fresh and healthy.

Today, it is fast becoming widely recommended, as prostate massage has been discovered to complement and enhance the effectiveness of antimicrobial, antibiotic and herbal remedies by facilitating prostate gland circulation. Prostate massage is considered a healthy activity for all men who are not experiencing severe symptoms of a prostate condition and is once again becoming more widely recommended as researchers discover that prostate massage complements and increases the effectiveness of antibiotics, antimicrobials or herbal remedies by facilitating circulation to the prostate gland.

It is often recommended as an alternative form of sexual interaction when a person’s partner is unavailable or he simply does not want to participate in other sexual intercourse activities. However, there are instances when prostate massage is not recommended for those who have acute prostatitis, as it can promote the spread of infection to other parts of the body. Prostate massage is not recommended for men with prostate cancer, as you can cause the cancer to metastasize, or for men with a prostate infection, since the infection can spread.

Prostate massage is the massage or stimulation of the prostate gland in males for medical purposes. A prostate massage is a good way to drain the prostate. A prostate massage is known to give some positive results in treatment of prostatits as a stand alone procedure or in conjunction with prostate medicines like antibiotics. A prostate massage is a great way to experience new sensations and this highly erotic massage technique will allow you to explore the power of your sensuality to the full.

A prostate massage is performed by massaging the prostate and can be accomplished in more than one way. The most common way in which a prostate massage is performed is by direct contact through the anus. The purpose of a prostate massage is to excrete fluid from the inflamed prostate, which is believed to relieve the prostate infection and inflammation. The only reasons that speaks against a self prostate massage is a possible infection. Latex medical gloves are also recommended as a guard against bacteria introduction.

Author Plato Rosinke says young men as well as old are suffering from prostate problems. Prostate massage is good to prevent prostate problems such as prostatitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia. It is also good for relieving the symptoms of prostate problems of BPH. If caught early enough, additional problems are preventable; it is common to have an enlarged prostate before experiencing symptoms. Sometimes the massage may take longer because the object is to free the gland of congestion {that may lead to prostate problems such as blockage which can lead to prostatitis,cancer and other problems including sexual dysfunction}.

Has your hair left your head and migrated to your back? You’ve heard the jokes all of your life. Now you’re starting to live them and it’s not funny anymore. Getting your thick, full head of hair back is not a fantasy. You can have it! You can get rid of unwanted body hair, too. A full head of hair and a sleek hair-free body are signs of youth and health in men. Unfortunately, you body doesn’t always comply, and even young, healthy men can start losing their hair early. Hair loss can slowly drain away your self confidence, and can even diminish your earning capacity. A hairy chest may drive some women wild, but a hairy back can be embarrassing. It can keep you from enjoying summer activities, such as going to the beach or simply going outside. It can even take over your choices in clothing and social activities. Hair replacement and laser hair removal can make you look young again. Hair replacement Some men never lose their hair, while others start going bald in their early twenties. There are a number of factors which affect hair growth in men, including genetics and hormones. No matter what the cause of your thinning hair, it can be replaced. Old methods of hair replacement just didn’t look natural. That was because the sections of hair which were implanted were too large, and often placed in visible patterns. Today’s technology has solved this problem. Now hair replacement uses very tiny micrografts, placed in irregular patterns just like your natural hair growth patterns. The micrografts are your own hair, so the color and texture blend perfectly with your existing hair. They are removed from the back and sides of your head where the hair follicles are not genetically predisposed to balding. The treatment itself takes one or two sessions, and in 12 to 18 months you will see the full results. Laser hair removal Laser hair removal permanently removes unwanted hair. That means no more shaving, no more waxing, or no more just living with it! If you have developed hair on your back and/or shoulders, you can get rid of it forever. Laser hair removal is also a great option for bodybuilders and bicyclists. Excessive body hair can be uncomfortable, and can even cause hygiene problems. You can have unwanted hair permanently annihilated anywhere on your body, including your: • Back • Shoulders • Chest • Buttocks • Legs • Arms • Armpits • Pubic hair In fact, when it comes to removing pubic hair, AskMen.com says, “Laser hair removal by far surpasses all other methods of hair removal.” Laser hair removal works best if you have dark hair and light skin. Compared to women, most men get of easy when it comes to aging. Hair loss is the number one, and often the only giveaway. Keeping the hair on your head, and banishing unwanted body hair, can 20 years off your appearance.

Mechanical devices have long been used to treat impotence. One popular brand is the Erec-Aid System which has been available since 1983. How does it work and what can you expect from this device?

In Male Sexual Health: A Couple’s Guide published by Consumer Reports Books, Dr. Richard F. Spark, associate clinical professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and a member of the International Society for Impotence Research, explains the process:

“There are several components to the Erec-Aid device. A cylinder designed to fit over the limp penis is connected to a hand operated vacuum pump. Suction from the pump creates a negative pressure within the cylinder, and this encourages an increased flow of arterial blood to the penis. Venous outflow is prevented by tight bands that fit over the base of the penis. A petroleum jelly-like substance lubricates the system and seals the base of the cylinder. When a user achieves an adequate erection (and with the rubber bands inhibiting venous outflow still attached), he removes the cylinder. The vacuum induced erection is maintained for up to 3O minutes.”

How effective is the process? For sure, the limp penis does become rigid after three to seven minutes in the vacuum chamber but it takes a certain amount of skill to operate the device. Sexual foreplay may be interrupted and those with the patience to stuff their penises into the chamber in order to get an erection may have other problems: penile pain (which is common in most men using this vacuum constrictor device or VCD), fainting and infection of the foreskin. These side effects were reported by Dr. Perry Nadig, a urologist from San Antonio who has extensively used the Erec-Aid device.

“Initial interpretation of questionnaires prepared and distributed by the manufacturer of the VCD unit suggests that although 92 percent of men maintain they can achieve a satisfactory VCD-induced erection, only 75 percent continue to use the device. These men limit intercourse to about once every two weeks, perhaps because of side effects or mechanical problems,” said Spark, a member of the American Fertility Society and the American Federation of Clinical Research.

“Pain and discomfort were common experiences. Black and blue marks on the penis occurred in almost all the men. All respondents indicated they needed a considerable amount of practice time to learn to use the unit, and once they had acquired the skill to use it, the interval from initiating vacuum suction to the development of an erection ranged from 30 seconds to more than seven minutes and averaged two-and-a-half minutes,” he added.

Moreover, the kind of erection one gets with Erec-Aid is not perfect. Four significant points were raised by Spark in Male Sexual Health:

Once the erection has been induced by the vacuum, the rubber bands in place at the base of the penis choke off blood flow into the penis. This causes penile skin temperatures to fall to 96°F. One-third of the female partners of men using VCDs found the chilled penis displeasing during intercourse.

Another drawback is that as the penis becomes engorged and congested by the VCD-induced suction and inhibition of venous outflow, penile circumference increases more than it would during a normal erection. This gives the penis a sausage like appearance.

Third, the erection created by the VCD is rigid only from the point at which the rubber bands are affixed. This means that it is not fully upright like a normal erection, but flexible and capable of swiveling or pivoting at its base.

The VCD also does not permit normal ejaculation. Because the rubber bands remain in place throughout the sexual act, semen is trapped in the urethra and can be released only after the bands are removed.

What about penile injections? Do they work? Find out in the sixth part of this series. If your partner has a diminished sex drive, help her recover with Fematril, a safe and natural female sexual enhancer that can stimulate your mind and body. For details, go to http://www.fematril.com/.

For those who are afraid of surgery and its many complications, they can turn to several medications to cope with impotence. Vasodilators, drugs that cause blood vessels to dilate, are commonly used for this purpose. The most popular of these is nitroglycerin which is prescribed for angina (chest pain).

When applied to the penis, nitroglycerin ointment increases blood flow to that organ, producing sufficient erection. But there’s a catch: the drug often gives women a headache! Therefore, use a condom before having sex with your partner.

Other minor side effects of nitroglycerin are dizziness, nausea, vomiting or weakness. The worst you can probably expect from this drug are fainting, palpitations or sweating. But since nitroglycerin is also highly flammable, there’s a chance you might be consumed literally by the flames of love although no casualties have been reported so far.

“There have been isolated reports of some individual successes with this form of treatment but no definitive scientific study has yet been completed. While some patients might benefit from medications to improve penile arterial blood flow, side effects such as headaches or stomach upset are common. Vasodilator therapy as a treatment for impotence has not been adequately studied scientifically,” according to Dr. Stephen W. Leslie, assistant clinical professor of surgery at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Impotence: Current Diagnosis and Treatment.

Vacuum enhancement therapy is a non-surgical method of treating impotence that relies on a mechanical device. These devices have been around for more than 70 years and have been successfully used by more than 50,000 patients either for the long-term management of impotence or as a temporary aid in psychological impotence.

The first vacuum constrictor device (VCD) was conceptualized by Otto Lederer in 1917 who got a patent for his invention that would supposedly put an end to impotence.

Throughout the years, VCDs have been modified in an attempt to solve the problem of impotence. One device called the Erec-Aid System sells for about $400. Its manufacturer said more than 15,000 units have been sold in the United States since 1983.

How does Erec-Aid work? Find out in the fifth part of this series. If your partner has a diminished sex drive, help her recover with Fematril, a safe and natural female sexual enhancer that can stimulate your mind and body. For details, go to http://www.fematril.com/.

Male Genital Warts; Bad News For The Sexually Active.

Male genital warts are the most common STD around today. If You have It you’re not alone. There are many other males going through the same thing you’re going through.

Male genital warts are not only very stressful for the sufferer but they are ugly, which further increases the levels of stress. They are highly infectious and can be transmitted to other sexual partners by mere contact of the skin.

If you already suffering from male genital warts, consider yourself fortunate, treatment is available and will make living with them a little more bearable. The first thing to do is to consult your doctor about your problem. Don’t be embarrassed, the thing to keep in mind is that, for your own peace of mind, get your self treated. But more importantly think of the sexual health of all your future partners. If you need another reason to seek treatment, remember this,if left untreated, male genital warts can cause more serious problems, such as cancer. So make sure you get treated as soon as possible by visiting your doctor.

How Is It Spread?

Male genital warts are contagious even in the early stages when they are not visible to the naked eye. That’s what’s so important to learn. You may not even know you have it and be spreading it around infecting others, who may infect others again. Male genital warts can be spread from direct physical contact with the skin. You would need a microscope to see them. However, they may be there just the same and they can be contagious.

The best way to prevent spreading male genital warts is to use a condom each and every time you have sex. However, even condoms may not prevent the spread of the disease. That’s why it’s so important to get male genital warts treated, if you are sexually active and you do feel that you have them.

If you feel you have male genital warts, it’s imperative that you get checked out by your doctor right away. He or she will be the one to determine if you do in fact have the disease. If you do, there are treatment options. You can have the warts burned off with a laser, or they can be frozen off by using liquid nitrogen. Either of these procedures may leave scarring, however slight, but they are great ways to get rid of the genital warts. There are also creams and other treatments that still may be available from the major drug companies that can help you. You should ask your doctor about these because, while they may not work for everyone, they may work for you.

Remember this, you’re not alone. Male genital warts effects many men. And it can lead to cancer if not treated effectively. So if your intuition tells you that you may have contacted male genital warts, don’t waste another minute. Get yourself checked out so that you can get rid of this unsightly and embarrassing sexually transmitted disease once and for all.

Erectile dysfunction is often thought to be a normal consequence of old age. This notion is one of the most common myths related to ED. We can at best say that erectile dysfunction is common in old age, but it is not normal. The properties of many ED drugs render them unfit to be administered to the old people. Primarily because at old age most of the people tend to suffer from diseases related to the heart and diabetes. The drugs of these diseases when taken together with ED drugs may lead to harmful drug interactions. Thus most of the times it becomes difficult for doctors to advice ED drugs to patients who are suffering from heart ailments or diabetes. And this shortcoming is not just restricted to the old. This applies to the young also in case they are suffering from these conditions all at the same time.

In the label of all the oral ED pills, their side effects are also clearly mentioned. It’s been declared loud and clear that the allopathic are prescription drugs. The FDA also in its approval of the drugs made it compulsory for the makers to mention the side effects in black and white. In spite of all these, some people dare to overlook the instructions and go for these drugs just like that. This is more in the case of the youngsters. The ED pills are often mistaken for sex enhancers. Now if after so many warnings a person still suffers the side effects because of such unwarranted and irresponsible behavior then no one but he himself is to be blamed.

A news that came as a pleasant surprise recently is that apart from the side effects, the ED drugs have certain beneficial effects also, apart from ED cure of course. People who are recovering from a heart attack or are suffering from heart damage as such can have healing effects on the heart if they happen to be having any of the famous three ED pills. Though nitroglycerin was earlier used for the purpose it’s been seen that ED drugs are better in the job! Thus ED pills are now preferred to nitroglycerin for the repairing of the heart. This declaration however doesn’t qualify ED drugs to be prescribed to persons who are not suffering from ED and are suffering from heart damage. Proper consultation with the doctor must precede before you have the ED drugs.

Even otherwise ED drug Levitra saves your heart. Bayer Levitra is one of the three ED pills that have taken ED treatment to a new level. In spite of its comparative safety in the heart patients Levitra prescription is a must for consumption. Even while you buy levitra online, the prescription is required. One should always buy levitra only when the same has been prescribed by a Doctor.

Copyright 2008 by Carol L. Kornmehl. All rights reserved. No part of this article may be copied without express written permission by the author.

A new study of more than 7,000 men suggests that those with localized prostate cancer (which means the disease hasn’t spread beyond the prostate gland) who take cholesterol reducing statin drugs or anti-inflammatory agents live longer than men who don’t use these medications.

Some of the well known statins include Zocor, Lipitor, Pravachol, Crestor, Lescol, and Mevacor. Commonly used anti-inflammatory drugs include aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), and naproxen (Aleve).

Statins, Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and Prostate Cancer

The study evaluated men who were diagnosed with prostate cancer between 1990 and 2003. Nearly 65% underwent surgery to remove the prostate gland, while the remainder underwent radiation therapy. Both treatments are highly effective for treating localized prostate cancer.

After treatment, 1,824 men reported that they used statins. Approximately the same number of men took anti-inflammatory medications. The men were followed on the study for an average of three and a half years.

Results

The results indicated that the men who took statins were 41-65% less likely to die during the course of the study than men who didn’t. Similarly, the men who used anti-inflammatory drugs were 53-61% less likely to die than those who didn’t. However, men who took either group of drugs within twelve months after prostate cancer treatment did not derive any life extending benefit.

In fact, the study found that men with prostate cancer who were treated with modern technique radiation therapy had a 10% greater chance of being cured of prostate cancer in the ten years after the diagnosis, compared to their counterparts who did not use these drugs.

Explaining the benefit

Statin drugs inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells in the test tube. Also, evidence is accruing that prostate cancer may develop in lesions associated with chronic inflammation. Anti-inflammatory drugs may be able to interfere with this process, thereby protecting men from developing prostate cancer.

Conclusions

Although the results of this single study needs to confirmed with additional studies, the good news is that commonly used medications for medical problems other than prostate cancer seem to have an additional benefit for men with prostate cancer.

The invention of the ED drugs in the space of the last ten to fifteen years has served to be one of the major milestones for medical science. In spite of the fact that ED is as common as cough and cold, it failed to receive the kind of attention it deserved from medical science. Ultimately however it got its due and now it is very much a curable disease. Though today the ED market is flooded by a number of ED drugs, the most successful and the most sought after are the Viagra, Cialis and Levitra pills.

The ED pills were invented recently by some of the most well known names of pharmaceuticals. These pills were nothing short of boons to the ED population. ED cure came to be symbolized by these cures. Before the invention of the ED treatments, all the other attempts at the cure of ED were rather amateurish and ineffective. These drugs can be touted as the first major steps in the direction of ED cure. Being allopathic drugs all the major ED drugs have some or the other side effects. This makes it necessary that the drugs are had only on prescription. These shortcomings are however not coming in the way of the sale and popularity of the drugs; because their effectiveness far exceeds their shortcomings.

These drugs have proved to be effective in almost all the cases. If one drug is falling short in some criteria there is always an other option to fill up the gap. Thus these drugs apart from being in competition with each other are also complementing each other. That is the reason why inspite of having almost the same price and the same presence, each of them have takers and are doing well for themselves. So much so that, now whenever a person approaches a doctor with complaints of ED, the doctor prescribes him the famous ED drugs as the first remedy. For any treatment of ED the first attempt of any physician is to check out which ED pill (out of the top 3) would suit the patient the best.

This is evidence enough of the fact that ED pills are occupying the most special place as far as ED treatment is concerned. However, there are certain cases where all these established cures fail and then other unconventional ED cures come in. In majority of the cases however, the ED pills are enough to eradicate all the traces of impotency in the patient.

The last one to be invented is today gaining much acclaim in the related field. Levitra can also be administered to people with heart ailments which is one of the biggest strengths of the drug. You can buy levitra from any of the online pharmacies. Improve levitra experience by extracting more information on the drug before you actually buy levitra online or consume the same.