Not-so-fun fact: The level of testosterone in a man’s body tends to gradually decrease yearly after 30. Testosterone is a vital male sex hormone, meaning this decrease has several potential repercussions. While a decrease in sex drive is one of the most obvious downsides…
It’s commonly known that smoking, excessive drinking, and substance abuse can be detrimental to our health. However, another hidden danger lurking beneath the surface that we often overlook is belly fat. That’s right, that bulging stomach you’ve been carrying around isn’t only bad for…
Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) isn’t easy because managing its symptoms can be challenging. Unfortunately, low libido is one of them. That means anyone with PD will have diminished sexual interest. And it can even lead to erectile dysfunction (ED). For context, around 60,000…
Ever have those days where your cravings flare up unexpectedly, or you’re feeling out of sorts for no apparent reason? In case you’re wondering why you’re feeling these frustrating mood fluctuations, you can blame your hormones for it. Hormones—the primary chemical messengers of the…
The food you consume can shape your entire being. A healthy diet makes a healthy person, while a diet consisting of refined sugar, excessive carbs, and unhealthy fats can do the exact opposite. By adhering to a healthy diet, you can dramatically reduce your…
Erectile dysfunction is the bane of any sexually active man. It can cause great distress to them and their partners, severely limiting the sexual component of a relationship. Erectile dysfunction, being a highly prevalent disease, can be classified under different subtypes. This is due…
A loving partner would do anything to please their significant other. But if your body and sexual organs fail to cooperate with you, satisfying your partner may feel more like a chore than something mutually pleasurable. This is especially true if you have sexual…
High blood pressure can be a silent yet potent health risk. On most occasions, there are no signs of high blood pressure. That’s one of the reasons it is often called “the silent killer.” But does high blood pressure affect a man sexually? In…
For men with erectile dysfunction, getting an erection is challenging. But for those suffering from Peyronie’s disease, getting an erection is both a challenging and painful ordeal. Peyronie’s disease is a condition in which the penis bends significantly when erect, causing moderate to severe…
Are you experiencing a lack of coordination, chills, clammy skin, and sweating? If you haven’t been screened for any other conditions, you may have low blood sugar levels. Blood sugar, or glucose, is a key cellular energy source. When glucose levels fall below 70…
A comprehensive fitness program never fails to underscore the importance of core exercises. However, many people often forego abdominal workouts in favor of strengthening their chest and forearms. Others believe that their form is sound, only to injure or work some other part of…
Have you found it increasingly difficult to get your bladder under control? Do you find yourself relieving yourself in times you least expect it? We hear you. Experiences like this can be a struggle, especially if you’re already dealing with other health conditions on…
A hydrocele is an accumulation of fluid in a sac surrounding the testicle. Most commonly experienced by newborns, it’s usually not painful and goes away on its own within the first year of life. In some cases, though, older adults may develop a hydrocele,…
While not as vibrant as the colors of the rainbow, urine can appear in different colors based on a variety of factors, such as your diet and certain medications. For most healthy people, urine will often switch between different shades of yellow, from pale…
Does your stomach feel like a heated warzone from time to time? Does every day feel like a lottery between feeling constipated to desperately wanting to eliminate waste? If you’re constantly dealing with these symptoms, you may have IBS. IBS can cast a tight…
Pelvic floor disorders refer to health conditions that may occur when the muscles and tissues supporting the pelvic organs—such as the bladder, uterus, and rectum—become frail or injured. Considering the proximity of the pelvic floor to our reproductive organs, these disorders may exacerbate and…
Heart attack. Cancer. Depression. Chances are, you know someone in your life who’s been affected by one of these health conditions. Perhaps they’ve even succumbed to the disease as a result. While women are certainly not immune to these diseases, these diseases have been…
Have you ever felt so blue that you just can’t get out of bed? Feeling down in the dumps occasionally is normal. But when these feelings don’t go away, or they start to affect your day-to-day life, it could be a sign of depression.…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological disorder that can have a profound impact on many aspects of a man’s life, including sexuality and fertility. This disease disrupts the normal functioning of the central nervous system, causing the immune system to mistake the myelin sheath…
If you want to have satisfactory sex, you need to be able to talk about sex. But for many couples, this is easier said than done. While the modern world is filled with countless sexually-suggestive material—from music videos to subtle behaviors—it’s not the easiest…
