Thanks for your question. Masturbation is a normal and a natural way to learn about your body and what feels sexually satisfying. Generally, frequent masturbation isn’t harmful; however, your genitals may become sore. If this happens, it’s a good idea to cut back on the number of times that you masturbate in a day. If […]
Thanks for your question! Protein shakes are not necessary for building muscle. The best way to build muscle and see the body composition changes you are looking for is to exercise consistently and eat a balanced diet. If protein foods (such as poultry, meat, dairy, eggs, beans, etc) are included in your meals and snacks […]
Thank you for your question! While most teens (girls and guys) will have some kind of acne breakout during their teen years, it can be upsetting to have pimples. Taking good care of your skin doesn’t involve taking medications and yet you will likely notice an improvement in your skin—less breakouts, for example. However, there […]
Thanks for your question! Studies have show that the average adult penis size is between 5 and 6 inches when fully erect, as measured from the lowest portion of the stomach; just above the base of the penis, to the tip of the penis. It’s important to understand that the size of a guy’s penis […]
There a couple reasons why you may be feeling nauseous after drinking water. If you only drink after eating a meal, you may experience some nausea because you may be uncomfortably full. On the other hand, if you only drink on an empty stomach, you may experience nausea due to the fact that your body […]
Thank you for your question! It can definitely be very frustrating if you have an odor coming from your genital area that doesn’t seem to go away even with good hygiene. Most odors are the natural result of sweating, and since your groin is covered with clothing and doesn’t have the best air circulation, the […]
A large study published in the 1970s shaped how most people have thought about normal cholesterol levels for over 40 years. In the decades that followed, cholesterol-lowering drugs have become a major cash cow for pharmaceutical companies — between 1988–1994, the CDC reports less than two percent of Americans were on one of these medications, […]
Thank you for your question. It is hard to answer your specific questions not knowing all the details. However, it is normal to be scared whenever you don’t know what to expect, especially if you’re having a surgical procedure. Even though circumcision is considered to be a safe and simple procedure, some males can develop […]
Protein is incredibly important when it comes to your health. It makes up the structure of your bones, muscles and skin and is used to build tissues and synthesize hormones, enzymes and neurotransmitters. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, which is why getting enough essential amino acids in your diet is critical to […]
Experts agree: There may be multiple causes for the rise in obesity in recent decades, but one major factor is the drastic increase in portion sizes. This holds true for home and restaurants meals. But the fact we eat away from home so frequently plays a big role in American’s expanding waistlines. Americans (and people […]
CoQ10 (short for Coenzyme Q10) is an essential element for many daily functions and is required by every single cell in the body. As an antioxidant that protects cells from the effects of aging, CoQ10 has been used in medical practices for decades, especially for treating heart problems. Although the body creates Coenzyme Q10, it doesn’t always […]
You may have heard from your doctor or midwife that gestational diabetes increases your risk of complications during pregnancy — such as miscarriage, the baby being born too early or delivery by cesarean section. But did you know that gestational diabetes is also associated with Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease after pregnancy? It’s true that […]
Thank you for your question. Many guys wonder about this, so you are not alone. The good news is there are no health risks to ejaculating in your underwear. The downside is your underwear will feel wet for a while, and then it will likely feel a bit stiff (like a starched shirt) when it […]
Nicknamed “the eye vitamin,” lutein is a type of carotenoid antioxidant that is most well-known for protecting eye health. In fact, eye vitamins with lutein are some of the best vitamins for macular degeneration Ask yourself this question: How many colors are in your favorite foods? The answer will tell you how much lutein you’re getting. […]
Fiber is more than just a regulator — it’s also vital to deliver essential nutrients to the entire body. We obtain fiber most abundantly in our diets from whole grains, fruits and vegetables. But what if we don’t manage to consume enough fiber-rich foods on a daily basis, or our personal health concerns (like constipation) could […]
A wise person observed that “women marry men hoping they will change. Men marry women hoping they will not. So, each is inevitably disappointed.” I’ve been helping men and women have successful relationships for more than fifty years now. As a man, as well as a therapist specializing in working with men, I know that […]
We know that diabetes is a major problem in the U.S., and prediabetes is not less of an issue — but it’s also a wakeup call that can jolt someone into action. Prediabetes symptoms may go unnoticed, but the first sign is that you no longer have normal blood sugar levels. A prediabetes diagnosis is […]
Thanks for your question. This is a common concern, actually. The truth is, even if you didn’t ejaculate, have an orgasm or “cum”, “precum or pre-ejaculate” could have still leaked out of your penis. Pre-ejaculate fluid often contains sperm and it only takes one sperm to reach a woman’s egg to cause pregnancy. If it has […]
If you are one of the millions of people who has prediabetes, diabetes, metabolic syndrome or any other form of “insulin resistance,” maintaining normal blood sugar levels can be challenging. Over the past several decades, these chronic disorders have swept through the U.S. and many other nations, reaching epidemic proportions and causing serious, but often […]
Did you know you could have an enlarged spleen and not even realize it? It’s true. In fact, most people don’t experience any noticeable symptoms of an enlarged spleen at all! Another surprise? Research shows that around 3 percent of healthy first-year college students have enlarged spleens. In some cases, people have genetically enlarged spleens, but it […]