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Impotent at 24 years old?

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Please read the following article to see if any of the items listed apply to you. If they do - then a lifestyle change for you is imminent. It shows how smoking, alcohol, drugs, prescription medicines, etc can affect a guy's penis and reproductive system. Stress, anxiety, depression, diet, lack of exercise all play an important role in your sexual health also. Definite DON'Ts Smoking -  Nicotine reduces arterial pressure and as a result, prevents blood circulation to the penis. In addition, toxic substances from smoking are detrimental for sperm maturation. Alcohol -  Alcohol kills reproductive cells and decreases sperm viability. It also disrupts the link between the brain and the penis. Excessive use of alcohol inhibits the creation of the male sex hormone, androgen. Marijuana -  Sharply reduces the level of male sexual hormones, disrupts chromosomes and promotes undesired genetic changes. Overweight -  Being overweight can disrupt your hormone balance and, as a r

A healthy diet reduces the risk of severe depression

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Patients who are depressed, rarely think about the benefits of foods they eat, with anything and usually malnourished. However, until now, the statistical link between diet and the risk of depression was not established. Finnish scientists to fill this gap. It turned out that the above-mentioned risk was significantly decreased in the case if the patient changes the composition of their diet in a side of vegetables, fruits, berries, cereals, chicken, fish and low-fat cheese. In addition, it was found that folic acid (one of the B vitamins) is also in the firing line in the fight against depression. Also among the products with similar properties appeared coffee. Finally, the authors noted that the decrease in body weight progressively reduced the severity of depressive symptoms. What products, in contrast, may worsen depression? Scientists have responded to this question. It turns out that an excessive fondness for sausage, sausages and other processed meats, as well as the e

Stress causes physical pain in women

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Swedish researchers found that constant stress can cause headaches and muscle pain, and joint pain. Experts surveyed thousands of women and 1.5 revealed some participants stress symptoms. It turned out that 20 percent of middle-aged women had a continuous or repeated stress for 5 years. Having examined the factors that determine health volunteers, the researchers found that 40 percent of ladies living in a state of stress, very often suffer from migraines and pains in muscles and joints, and also have problems with digestion, And with age, state of health situation is only getting worse. In the category of highest risk were women 40-60 years old who smoke and work outside the home. As prevention of stress researchers recommend as follow sleep and try to maintain a positive attitude. Earlier study by researchers at Princeton University in New York showed that the walk briskly and jogging help to cope with stress. Relaxation also contributes an interesting film viewing or l

Quick ways to Lose weight and relax 5 baths tips for weight loss

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Lead figure in order to tighten the skin and can be simply lying in the bathroom. Properly bath will not only help relax and relieve fatigue, but also to start the process of reducing the volume of the body. Such a method to lose weight will require perseverance - to take baths regularly (every 2-3 days), gradually increasing the amount of time spent in the water, and to have at least 10 sessions. Prepare a bath for weight loss in several ways, mainly because of their tips are different. We have put together 5 simple tips for weight loss baths, applicable in the home : 1. Bath with baking soda. You will need 200 grams of baking soda. Soda first be diluted in a little water, and then pour the soda solution into the bath water and mix thoroughly. This procedure will help remove dry skin and relieve stress, strengthen and cleanse the lymphatic system. 2. Bath with salt. For salt bath at home is desirable to use natural sea salt, sold in pharmacies. Salt can be with different m

The Truth About Being Addicted To Chocolate

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Does the thought of chocolate make you swoon? Do you feel woozy with hunger just by catching a whiff of chocolate? You might just be addicted to chocolate. Don't think you are alone. When I was young and started working my first job, I would spend the majority of my earnings on the stuff. I ate so much in fact that even my skin started to suffer. At the time, there wasn't a true diagnosis for chocolate addiction; thankfully times have changed and it is recognized right along with an addiction to internet, television and other things. In my practice I came across a client who termed herself a chocoholic. She was regularly hypoglycemic and admitted to getting high from eating chocolate. It's hard to image that the stuff can have that effect, but it's a proven fact that chocolate contains natural ingredients the effect serotonin levels. During our sessions, it came to light that she gorged on chocolate when faced witemotih situations that caused her stress. Like many

Simple Way To Get Into Shape

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A nice and exquisite summer holiday is expecting you and you feel very fat or you do not fit in your favorite night red dress? Your husband cannot stop repeating you that you have put on weight or your biggest female enemy in the office takes the advantage of her skinny shape to get the promotion? Or you just feel a bit under the weather, because the needless kilos really are too conspicuous and this makes you sad and even depressed? Well, if you only one of these questions gets your positive answer, maybe, it is high time for you to embark a plan that will help you bring the ex self-confidence of yours back. To be honest with you, no effective and permanent result can actually come immediately and even the worst and the most drastic diet that verges on starvation is recommendable. We suggest you to overtake something healthier and something that is not too risky to exhaust your body and your soul. Little baby steps in the beginning and progressive plan for action is a better idea

Infrared Saunas: All You Need To Know

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Surely many of us would have attended several sauna sessions to relieve tension and relax muscles. It is very likely that people think that there is only one kind of sauna, which is not correct anymore. Over the years the tradition of sauna baths was evolved to develop several sauna techniques that we know today and a clear example is the infrared saunas. Principles of Infrared Saunas In the cabin, the stove is replaced by infrared heaters installed at strategic locations. They act by radiation, like the Sun, but without the emissions of ultraviolet radiations. While traditional sauna heats the air, in infrared sauna 80% of the thermal radiation penetrates deep into the tissue of the skin. An infrared cabin broadcasts heat evenly. By nature, a traditional sauna is characterized by large temperature differences from the floor to the ceiling. The benefits of infrared sauna: Body infrared therapy is being used by physiotherapists worldwide because the healing ability of infrared ray

Health Benefits from Hot Tub

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Hot tubs are used for both pleasures as well as hydrotherapy purposes. They have shown positive results in the treatment for various chronic diseases like body aches, diabetes, etc. As a result, this is gradually becoming a popular means of therapy. Hot tubs are generally kept outdoors and the principles of sanitation used in swimming pools are used here also. Stress relief Most people these days suffer from a lot of stress and anxiety. Various factors including office pressure, academics, family life, etc. are the major reasons for the rampant stress and stress related disorders afflicting modern society. Insomnia is a direct effect of stress. Hot tubs can be effective in relieving stress and tension. The massaging jets are so relaxing that one can fall asleep quite soon. Reports suggest that relaxing in hot tubs for 15 minutes every night can improve sleep. Muscle relaxation Hydrotherapy can be useful for treating stressed muscles and nerves. In fact, the hot tub jets mass

What Causes Autoimmune Disease?

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It's amazing just how many different types of autoimmune diseases there are in the medical books. The conventional medical community claims they are unaware of the cause of the body suddenly turning on itself. Doctors who take a more natural approach believe otherwise. Here are the type 5 causes of autoimmune disease. 1. Poor Diet Poor diet is one of the leading causes of all disease, including autoimmune disease. The Standard American Diet is also responsible for the rising obesity rate, the epidemic of cancer, and the startling array of mental and emotional disorders millions of people suffer from. Fast food, processed food, microwavable meals, soda, candy, etc. offer little-to-no nutritional value and are chock full of chemicals, preservatives, additives, and synthetic sweeteners your body doesn't recognize. As long as you continue to ingest these foods, your immune system works overtime to fight them off and protect you. An overworked immune system eventually ex

Balance Your Hormones Before They Go Astray!

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Women and hormonal changes are inseparable. You go through all the highs and lows every month according to changes in your hormones. When the equilibrium between the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone is disturbed, it is capable of inducing such extremes of emotions like bliss, aggression, helplessness or even complete despair. Some women are even prone to suicidal ideation when hormonal changes are combined with other life events. Most hormonal changes occur during the 2nd half of the menstrual cycle , also termed as PMS (premenstrual syndrome), menopause and also during and after pregnancy. Hormonal changes affect women physically too. The physical changes are manifested in the form of weight changes, energy levels, hair loss, skin changes, alterations in libido and others. There are other factors too which cause hormonal imbalance such as inadequate or improper nutrition, stress , extreme exercises, obesity or PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease). How to tackle hor

Reasons Of Testosterone Deficiency And Their Remedies

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Testosterones are the sub type of human growth hormones often referred to as male or sex hormones. It is actually testosterones that impart male characteristics in men. Furthermore, they are also vital for immaculate performance of sexual system. Testosterones are also indispensible for overall well being of the body. Disadvantages of Testosterones Scarcity: The deficiency of testosterones in the body can create many problems for your health. For instance, Dearth of testosterones can result in reduced libido and erectile dysfunction Testosterones deficiency can cause obesity Testosterone deficient body will have lean muscles lacking any real strength Weak bones with low bones density A spree of diseases can attack your body like diabetes, all sorts of heart problems and cancers Insomnia may also drop in your body due to shortage of testosterones Testosterone deficiency can cause stress, anxiety, depression and curtailed performance of brain Total degeneration of body

Stress during pregnancy is good for the child?

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Moderate stress experienced by the future mother during pregnancy does not cause harm to the child, and even contributes to its rapid development in the first years of life, U.S. scientists believe. In a study conducted by researchers from the University of Hopkins involved 137 women have not experienced any specific problems in pregnancy. psychological state of participants was monitored during the last 6 weeks of pregnancy . Health surveillance and the level of development of the children went on for two years after their birth. The objective of the study was to identify a possible link between stress experienced by the mother during the last period of pregnancy and developmental defects, growth retardation, and behavioral problems in their children. However, contrary to expectations, the data obtained by scientists talking about just the opposite trend : the children born to women who often is experiencing stress during pregnancy, developed faster and were generally healthier

Botox helps with urinary incontinence

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U.S. scientists have proposed the use of Botox for the treatment of urinary incontinence. What is urinary incontinence Urinary incontinence is one of the major urological diseases in women, which significantly affects the quality of life. The following types of urinary incontinence: Stress incontinence occurs when coughing, sneezing, laughing, exercise, and due to the weakening of the sphincter of the bladder. Sphincter is a circular muscle that prevents the leakage of urine. The weakening of the sphincter in women can be caused by pregnancy, childbirth and menopause, and men - removal of the prostate. Urge incontinence manifests sudden urge to urinate followed by an involuntary release of urine. Urge incontinence can be caused by a urinary tract infection, Parkinson's disease , Alzheimer's disease, trauma, multiple sclerosis . Overflow incontinence due to bladder manifested inability to empty the bladder. This type of incontinence can be caused by an obstacle in the w

Meditation: A Journey Towards Peace

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Meditation is soothing tool for everyone and thus it help to reduce stress , boast your physical health and helps to eradicate chronic pain which makes you feel better, sleep better and helps your concentration more stronger than earlier. Meditation is a doorway in the deeper level and helps us get the deepest understanding of the surroundings. You mind will get unruly whenever you will start meditating. Be very quiet and you will feel sensation of silence all around you and your mind will be over the place. In the beginning, it's not easy to concentrate as you will notice that your mind will run here and there and will start calculating your daily objectives rather than concentrating on what you are going to focus on. Rehabilitation centers also provide such facilities to drug addicts to recover from the addiction Don't beat yourself if you are starting with meditation. It's a natural situation. With the passage of time, you will become familiar with kindly worki

Natural Treatment For Headache

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Do Rest in a quiet room, in darkness or with dimmed lights. Make sure of getting enough sleep at night. Massage the muscles at the back of neck and shoulder in a gentle circular motion with sesame oil. Then take a hot shower. Try using heat to soothe the pain: fill a hot-water bottle, wrap it in a towel, and rest your head on it. Try aerobic exercise, yoga, or deep breathing or relaxation exercises. If working at a desk or computer workstation, get up and walk around regularly to reduce tension in your neck and shoulders. Have your eyesight checked. Build up physical resistance through proper nutrition, exercise and positive thinking to prevent headache. Avoid this: Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine in excess, and smoking. Avoid red meat, nuts, and chocolate. Avoid Spices, condiments, sour buttermilk, and oily foodstuffs. Boiling fresh ginger or dried ginger powder in water and then inhaling the steam is also effective. Eat a ripe apple with a little salt every morning o

How To Raise Your Self-Esteem

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Things You Can Do Right Away Every Day to Raise Your Self-esteem Often in both addiction and in recovery or self-esteem can be low. It really is hard to feel good about yourself when you are active in your addiction or testing the waters of beginning recovery. Here are some sobriety tips an helping your self esteem. Pay attention to your own needs and wants. Listen to what your body, your mind, and your heart are telling you. For instance, if your body is telling you that you have been sitting down too long, stand up and stretch. If your heart is longing to spend more time with a special friend, do it. If your mind is telling you to clean up your basement, listen to your favorite music , or stop thinking bad thoughts about yourself, take those thoughts seriously. Take very good care of yourself. As you were growing up you may not have learned how to take good care of yourself. In fact, much of your attention may have been on taking care of others, on just getting by, or on "

4 Negative Emotions that Trigger Binge Eating and How You Can Avoid Them

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Being smart about your weight doesn't just involve counting your calories and measuring your body mass index. It also involves taking a hold of your emotional state and being disciplined when it comes to handling your food cravings. A lot of us soon realize that emotional episodes are the reason behind binging and over eating. The best way to triumph over the weight loss battle is to understand what triggers the overeating and take control of it. Making sure that you take on a practical approach with regard to coping styles you use can ensure your lifelong success in conquering weight problems. Experts agree that some eating triggers can be attributed to human genetics, though most eating cravings are directly associated with emotions. Here are a few identified emotional triggers and some advice on how to manage them. Suppressed anger is one of the biggest factors that drive a person to seek out the comforts of food. Most often than not angry people end up managing their ang

Are Athletes Really Healthy

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BY: Kimberly Coventry Olson http://FitKim.com While training for my first marathon, I was obsessed with Runner's World magazine. I loved reading all of the inspirational stories about superior athletes and those that overcame amazing odds. But periodically a story would pop up about an unexpected death of a seemingly very healthy athlete. Eventually I noticed a pattern and became intrigued. How could these amazing athletes, who ran upwards of 50-100 miles each week, suddenly die? Weren't all of those miles and races completed guarantee to ensuring a long and healthy life? After doing some research, I discovered why these sad tragedies occurred. Although exercise has tremendous health benefits, anything beyond moderate physical activity puts a great deal of stress on the body. If this compacted stress isn't countered with a healthy diet, the body gradually becomes taxed. Although there aren't necessarily any outward symptoms, much can be happening deep within the bo

Erectile Dysfunction And Its Natural Remedies

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BY: Nitin vaghela Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a person is having difficulty in getting or keeping an erection. ED is normally seen in persons as they grew older compared to the youngsters. Certain people have difficulty in talking with their doctors about sex. However if you have ED, you should tell your doctor. Erectile Dysfunction can be a signal of health problems. It may denote your blood vessels are blocked. It may denote you contain nerve damage from diabetes. If you don't see your doctor, these problems will go untreated. Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction Take walnuts and honey in equal proportion and mix them well. This mixture is to be taken half an hour after your daily meals with a glass of milk. Generally, Vitamin A deficiency can be considered as the cause of erectile dysfunction in men. So you should intake foods rich in vitamin A which helps for enhanced erection. You should live a stress free and relaxed life. So the best ways to be relaxed are

Stress Related Back Pain is a Relatively Modern Diagnosis

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Stress-related back pain is a relatively modern diagnosis although the concept of muscular pain caused by tension is not a new one. Stress of both the physical and psychological sort can make the painful symptoms of any injury worse but 'stress-related back pain' is a term used for pain caused by stress above all other factors. For many the idea of thoughts and feelings causing a physical problem seems unlikely, but this is well established in medicine. Stress causes many changes in the body and predisposes to conditions such as gastritis, high blood pressure and heart disease. In addition, it causes a build up of tension throughout the body. Stress-related back pain is thought to relate to this tension. You may have read that back pain can be caused by muscle spasm in the back. This spasm is worsened by tension in the muscles and is a target for interventions such as stretches to the back and physiotherapy. Stress could trigger pain in the back by creating tension and s