For some men, there's never a "wrong" time to have an erect penis. An exhibitionist may always welcome a very visible "pup tent," or a man who is totally at ease may view penal pop-ups in social or professional situations as just a fact of life. But many men do find that there are times…
DetailsLike its name suggests, Slippery Elm tea is famous for how gooey, slimy and gummy it gets; but what many people don’t know is that it is a great herbal remedy for psoriasis! Since I started drinking it, my psoriasis has never been better – but why does it help? First off, a little bit…
DetailsThe biological cycle is really better defined as the “nitrogen cycle” because primarily what pond keepers are concerned with is nitrogenous waste. Nitrogen is pretty common when it comes to elements. In fact, it makes up almost 80% of our atmosphere so it’s not surprising that it should be found in many plants and animals,…
DetailsEver wonder why you or those around you get grumpy and depressed while dieting? Beside feeling hungry and deprived, getting too little healthy fat may contribute to low serotonin in your brain. The Study A study comparing a 41 percent fat diet with a 25 percent fat diet found that subjects moods deteriorated right along…
DetailsSo, you've noticed that you've acquired a few sores on your penis, and sometimes some swelling and even some discharge, but certainly it can not be a yeast infection, because after all, that's something that only women get. Well, I'm sorry to disappoint you, but men can get it as well, particularly if you're not…
DetailsWhen you get a yeast infection, chances are that you want to get rid of it as soon as possible because of the itching, redness and pain that it causes. However there are reasons to think twice before going to the supermarket to buy creams or going to the doctor, both of which are expensive…
DetailsAnkle sprains can easily become chronic in nature if not treated correctly. Proper initial care can mean the difference between a single sprain, or a lifetime of an ankle problems. Below are a few tips that will help you along with your recovery, and get you back to sports faster and safer. Control Your Swelling…
DetailsPicture a polished, gleaming, juicy red apple sitting high up on top of a fruit stand amid dozens of other apples in a grocery store. It's luscious, ripe, ruby tone assures any onlooker that behind the thin, glossy skin of this delectable fruit contains the flesh of a delicious desert fit for the consumption of…
DetailsOne of the most common chromosomal disorders, Down syndrome is associated with the mental retardation and malformation in a newborn. The main cause of Down syndrome is the presence of an extra 21st chromosome. Generally children with Down syndrome show slower physical and mental development than a normal child. There may also be other health…
DetailsIn the 1940's licorice was discovered to be useful in treating peptic ulcers. Unfortunately it had side effects that lead to high blood pressure, potassium loss, and fluid retention. Researchers discovered that the ingredient in licorice that caused those side effects was "glycyrrhizin." They were able to remove 97% of this chemical and the result…
DetailsColon cancer has become the deadliest cancer in the United States. This is an especially striking phenomenon because proper colon health is something we can all practice and is neither expensive or time consuming. These are some of the most common diseases of the colon. Diseases of the colon include colitis, colon cancer, constipation, diverticulosis…
DetailsOne of the most common chromosomal disorders, Down syndrome is associated with the mental retardation and malformation in a newborn. The main cause of Down syndrome is the presence of an extra 21st chromosome. Generally children with Down syndrome show slower physical and mental development than a normal child. There may also be other health…
DetailsThe difference between a screening and diagnostic colonoscopy has been much debated for a long time. But its importance will increase with the new health reform law. According to the law private insurers need to provide first dollar coverage within six months for colorectal screenings. A screening colonoscopy is also called preventive colonoscopy and is…
DetailsUterine fibroids are a complex condition with the precise causes in an individual being very difficult to determine. The causes can vary from person to person, but the reason they grow is believed to be as a result of an imbalance, for which there can be various primary and secondary causes. Many women ask the…
DetailsYou have been diagnosed with ovarian corpus luteum cysts. You have no idea of the cause; and you are concerned about your ability to conceive and have a baby in the future. Doctors are great with million dollar words. But, you have some basic questions: What is a corpus luteum cyst? During a normal reproductive cycle the…
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