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- Men and Urinary Bladder Cancer - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from jannah smithThe title for this article may have given you an idea on which gender is more concerned regarding the urinary bladder cancer. Do you know that the incidence rate of this kind of cancer on men is about three times more than in women? Whatever your gender is, a urinary bladder cancer may affect ...
Views: 1112(2 votes) - Should You Trust Your PSA Scores? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Stacy WishnerMost of my male patients undergo routine, annual PSA (prostate specific antigen) testing. 9 times out of 10, the result comes back within range of normal, or negative as does their physical exam. At other times, a PSA test may come back as elevated, outside of the normal range, and then I have ...
Views: 2600(2 votes) - How to get rid of male chest fat - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from tiggy maxMale chest - sometimes called “moobs” can be classed as a ‘store room for excess fat in the pectoral area of the upper trunk. Because this fat is stored around the chest area of the body it can sometimes give the impression that a man has female like breasts. Stored fat is very common in people ...
Views: 2404(1 vote) - Why Men? A Journey Into Male Skin Care - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michelle Macomber“Growth in the men's area will continue at an accelerated pace, as men--especially baby boomers--become more attuned to the effects of aging and more accepting of skin care products. In a field brimming with possibilities, there is no doubt that men's skin care has opened the eyes of men seeking ...
Views: 1163(1 vote) - The Masculinity Conspiracy - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joseph GelferEvery person on the planet is affected by masculinity in some shape or form. This is why getting masculinity right is so important. If we get it wrong, everything falls apart. You might have noticed that everything seems to be falling apart... But the debate about masculinity rarely seems to ...
Views: 1590(1 vote) - Journaling From a Man's Perspective - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Mari L. McCarthyIn our insanely driven society, it may seem that a quiet, reflective practice like journaling would be mostly a woman's activity. But the fact is, journaling is enjoyed by men at least as much as women. Brett McKay, for instance, of The Art of Manliness, encourages journaling, noting that the ...
Views: 4275(3 votes) - Proven Natural Supplements that Increase Testosterone - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2013 from Brett PantonMen! Are you tired? Lost your edge, sense of vitality, your mojo? Does sex feel like work, or maybe it doesn't work out anymore? Is your mood ho-hum? Have you put on a gut even though you don't seem to be eating any more? Well chances are you are experiencing less than ideal levels of ...
Views: 4921(2 votes) - Overweight 42 Year Old Loses 60 Pounds - Weight Loss Success Story - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredGreg Gregory shares his personal story about how he lost over 60 pounds. He is 42 years old and did not really begin his exercise and weight-loss journey until the age of 39. Fifteen years of gradual weight gain took him from his high school weight of 190 pounds all the way up to 262. He is ...
Views: 4012(1 vote) - Incontinence Products for Men: New and Innovative Products Designed to Fight an Age Old Program - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from D. Raye SamothContrary to popular belief urinary incontinence is not a disease that plagues the old and it is not a natural process that occurs with aging. It occurs in children, adolescent, young adults, middle age adults, as well as senior citizens. It occurs in both men and women, however, it does occur ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - Incontinence Products for Men: New and Innovative Products that's Fighting an Age Old Problem - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2010 from D. Raye SamothContrary to popular belief urinary incontinence is not a disease that plagues the old, and it is not a natural process that occurs with aging. It occurs in children, adolescent, young adults, middle age adults, as well as senior citizens. It occurs in both men and women, however, it does occur ...
Views: 2588(1 vote) - Testosterone: Hormone of Kings King of Hormones - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2010 from Dr Malcolm CarruthersThe hormone testosterone brings us into being. It regulates the sex drive in both men and women, it develops the male sexual characteristics such as dominance, drive, assertiveness, strength, body shape, hairiness, and even odour in the form of sex steroid breakdown products called pheromones, ...
Views: 1568(2 votes) - All Natural Stop Snoring Secrets - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Lisa WelchSTOP SNORING NATURALLY OVERCOME SNORING ONCE AND FOR ALL Does drinking coffee or drinking wine cause snoring. Why is it that snoring occurs more commonly in men than in women? Is this a coincidence or is there a practical explanation as to why snoring seems to happen to men more ...
Views: 4199(5 votes) - Life of Sperm - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Julian SaganWhat could be easier than the conception process? After ejaculation an army of sperm cells rushes toward the female egg, but these sperm cells have to face a lot of obstacles on their way. And only one of them, the sturdiest and with the most vitality, will reach the target. The birth of ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - What Every Man Should Know About Prostate - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Julian SaganNowadays we are overexposed to issues like leukemia, breast cancer, AIDS, cervical cancer and so on. There are breast cancer awareness months, various stickers you can put on your car to raise awareness about cancer, multiple research studies conducted to find the cure for AIDS, and yet it is ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - The Effects of Biotin in Hair Loss - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Steve MaszlagiBiotin is a doctor's recommended vitamin used for treating hair loss. Biotin, which is a B vitamin is found in rich foods like soy, milk, egg yolks and liver. It is a natural nutritional supplement that helps restore hair loss and keep skin and nails looking healthy. To keep hair loss from ...
Views: 1800(1 vote) - Erectile Dysfunction: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Julian SaganA lot of us think that we don’t have to worry about erectile dysfunction because we’re too young to fall under the risk category. Unfortunately, erectile dysfunction can happen at any age, and although it is pretty rare at a young age, by the age 45 most men have experienced erectile dysfunction ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - 13 Questions about Male Orgasm - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Julian SaganFor some reason the subjects of erection and potency are quite popular in magazines and various publications, and when it comes to the final result of that – an orgasm, there’s hardly any information. We decided to correct this omission by answering the 13 most common questions about the male ...
Views: 8869(2 votes) - From Heart Cripple to BodyBuilding Champion -- The Pax Beale Story - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Ed MayhewCalifornia's Pax Beale rehabilitated himself from a documented heart cripple to a bodybuilding champion while in his sixties. Although this was obviously an extremely significant and life-changing segment of his life, it is just a small portion of a truly extraordinary life. Pax has managed to ...
Views: 3769(3 votes) - Fat Burning Exercise : What You Need To Know For Permanent Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2011 from Jay HurwitzFat burning exercise is one of the two essential elements you must address, if you are after fat loss and permanent weight loss. The other is nutrition and diet. Exercise has a bigger effect on fat burning than nutrition. You have to pay attention to both. Fat Burning Exercise and Your ...
Views: 922(3 votes) - Prostate Massage Therapy Is Extremely Good To Prevent Prostate Complications - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Paul RodgersProstate health is a concern for all man seeing that fifty percent the male population over fifty and more than 50 % of males above 80 have signs or symptoms of an enlarged prostate. Prostate health is best kept by healthy way of life and nutritional preferences which include key fatty acids, ...
Views: 11685(1 vote) - Understanding Bad Cholesterol - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Paul RodgersCholesterol is a very well known health-related expression practically to anyone, chiefly the middle age group. It is a well-known thing the expression will by no means come to be a component of teen-age lingo. The principal reason is, many of the dreaded health problems accompanying "high ...
Views: 1113(4 votes) - Cholesterol And The Effects On Men And Women - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Paul RodgersPresently there are many persons who may deny that there are disparities among the sexes when it comes to cholesterol, but anyone should find out whether or not you are being afflicted from elevated cholesterol. You are going to discover that lots of researchers will assist you to pinpoint ...
Views: 1205(2 votes) - Guys Here's How to Stop Sweaty Armpits So You Can Date The Girl - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Mo SimpsonFor those who don't suffer with sweaty armpits, it's often a matter of fun and ridicule or even deemed a slight misfortune. However, the reality is for those of us who do and have suffered with sweating too much around the armpits, is that it can change your life drastically. Interested in ...
Views: 5598(1 vote) - Easy to Follow Instructions for Condom Use - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Amy ShepherdIf you are looking for a simple guide about how to put on a condom then follow the 15 simple steps below: 1.Erection It seems like an obvious thing but you need to have an erect penis before you attempt to put on the condom. Roll the condom down the erect penis before any anal, oral or ...
Views: 1880(1 vote) - How to Find Self Confidence and Develop Motivation Online. - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Ash RehnHave you ever decided to make a major change in your life, a change that you feel totally committed to making, only to find after a few weeks, days or perhaps only hours, all your good intentions have been scuttled and you are back to where you were? Perhaps you have made a New Years ...
Views: 1476(3 votes) - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome In Men - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Stacy WishnerMany of my male patients complain of being tired, stressed out, and just feeling like they’re burning the candle at both ends! I like to call this “too busy syndrome”, fatigue that’s caused by overly-busy schedules and not enough down-time to just hang-out and relax. There is a difference, ...
Views: 6694(2 votes) - Protect Your Prostate - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Stacy WishnerOne of the most common health concerns my male patients have is their prostate and screening for disease. The thought of possibly having prostate cancer is, indeed, scary as statistics show it to be the most commonly diagnosed cancer amongst men. Prostate cancer affects all ethnic groups of ...
Views: 1039 - Hematuria in Males - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Neel AlfredThe second leading disease caused death among males in North America is prostate cancer. It is also the most common form of cancer in the male population. It is most commonly diagnosed in men over the age of 65 and increases in incidence with advancing age. Approximately 189,000 men will be ...
Views: 2004 - Men and Women: How to Coexist and Be Happy Together - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Julian SaganIt is practically impossible to find a phenomenon that both men and women would have the same views about. We remain a mystery for one another and essentially live in two isolated realities that only rarely intersect. How can we better understand our other half in everything, including intimate ...
Views: 3620(1 vote) - ***Does Your High-Pitched Voice Do Justice to the Rest of Your Image? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Nancy DanielsWhen someone looks at you, your visual image is obviously the first thing they see. And, that image has an impact on the other person – your attire, your figure, your face, your hair – everything that is presenting the picture of you. But what happens when you open your mouth to speak? ...
Views: 3662(2 votes) - ***Kevin Spacey Is Proof That You Don't Need a Deep Voice to Have a Great Voice - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Nancy DanielsMany men wish that the pitch of their speaking voice was deeper – similar to that of James Earl Jones or Vin Diesel. You don’t need to be a bass, however, to have a great speaking voice; and, Kevin Spacey is proof of it. Warm, resonant, rich and melodious, Spacey’s voice is very soothing and, ...
Views: 5087(1 vote) - Amino Acid Supplement - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Neel AlfredMen hoping for monster muscles used to be the only people who routinely used amino acid supplements. But not any more. Today, these protein precursors are popping up all over the place. The amino acid taurine puts the pep in Red Bull energy drinks. Amino acids are found in many forms of life. ...
Views: 950(3 votes) - The Benefits of Red Wine for Men - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Patrick Driessen"It's healthy to challenge yourself but not to challenge your health!" - Patrick Driessen Men who drink less than half a glass of red wine a day may live up to five years longer than teetotallers, and could have less chance of a heart attack, a Dutch study has found. An analysis of the ...
Views: 2764(3 votes) - How Can Men Shave With Acne Without Harming The Skin? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Naomi AndrewsOne of the most challenging things for men is to shave on acne-inflicted skin. While shaving is an essential daily regimen, the razor moving on acneic skin can serve to make the condition worse and damage the skin further. However, with effective skin care and correct shaving techniques, you ...
Views: 1744(2 votes) - What is Causing Your Erectile Dysfunction? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Andrew RynneWhat is Causing Your Erectile Dysfunction? What is causing your erectile dysfunction will depend, largely; on what age group you happen to fall in to. As a rough guide though, if you are aged forty years or younger, the chances are 75% or better that your erectile problem has a strong ...
Views: 1662(2 votes) - How to Increase Libido and Correct Impotence Naturally - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Methuew HogardLately it has become more and more acceptable to treat libido and correct impotence naturally. Methods that probably date back to times before medical devices and prescription medicines were used are now being used again. Some of the ways you can improve your ability to become sexually ...
Views: 2309(3 votes) - Important Facts about Treating Impotence Medically - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Methuew HogardYou can find many different ways today of treating impotence. The reason why this is necessary is because every man is different. Most medical treatments offered today to treat this condition require the assistance of a doctor, surgeon, or specialist. However, there are some devices and ...
Views: 1010(2 votes) - Visible symptoms and proper treatment can help control hair loss - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Stefen ArkinsonMost men experience hair loss symptoms by the time they hit 50. It is estimated that over half the male population suffers from hair loss at some time or the other. It’s important to understand the various aspects of hair loss to help combat it effectively. Hair loss – A brief idea Both ...
Views: 1004(2 votes) - Finding Top Rated Plastic Surgeons - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Hugo GallegosThe vast majority are members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Membership, like most other organizations, requires a fee, and any physician is allowed membership status. Top Plastic Surgeons Special Interest The reality is no one plastic surgeon will master every condition or ...
Views: 2083(5 votes) - Depression Men: Symptoms and Treatments - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Dan MichealsStudies have shown that, although there are more women who get treated for clinical depression, there are actually about the same number of men who suffer the condition, but they do not admit it or seek treatment for it. Society often mistakenly labels depression men as 'weaklings.' This causes ...
Views: 1597(2 votes) - Want more action in the bedroom? Then do the ironing.Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Chibs ClovellyEver been turned on by your partner vacuuming the floor, washing the dishes, or cleaning the bathroom? It might sound obscure, but studies have revealed that seeing men perform household chores like these is a turn-on for most women. And it doesn’t just apply to housework. Studies by ...
Views: 1338(2 votes) - An Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Jack BondRheumatoid arthritis is the type of arthritis that is caused when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body’s tissues. The human immune system compromises of cells and antibodies that are designed to destroy the foreign bodies attacking your body. The foreign bodies attacking are ...
Views: 1364(2 votes) - Healthy M & M’s ? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Maryanne ComarotoAll the good ones are taken Let’s start with the word ALL. Right away, this sweeping generalization has to tip you off to the fact that’s it not even possible to get around to all 3.4 billion members of the male population to test this ridiculous yet popular notion. Instead, this is an idea ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - Teenagers Acne – The Risk to Mental Health - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Tony Burnell"Depression remains a key medical issue for young people with approximately 20 per cent experiencing depression by the time they reach adulthood" - Dr. Sullivan, a leading dermatologist and chair of the Severe Cystic Acne Resource. He went on to underline the need to regularly monitor for ...
Views: 1245(2 votes) - ***Tired of Sounding Like a Teenager or Even Younger? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIf you answer the phone and the caller asks to speak to your mother, you might want to consider voice training in order to add some ‘years’ to your voice. Not that I want you to sound old. I don’t. Good voice training means that you will no longer sound like a teen or pre-teen. Instead, you ...
Views: 9645(5 votes) - ***The 2 Things You Must Do to Be Heard in the Club Scene and Not Lose Your Voice in the Process! - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Nancy DanielsA surprising number of young men email me regarding the difficulty they are having being heard at the club scene. What is happening is that they are yelling and are ending up with sore throats. Is there a way to solve this problem aside from not speaking? The answer lies in learning how ...
Views: 3166(6 votes) - How to Find Natural & Chemical Free Skin Care Products for Men - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumThere has been a growing interest in finding high quality skin care products for men as of late, and the cosmetics industry has taken notice of this fact. Over the last few years they have introduced hundreds of new products aimed at getting a man’s attention. The question is do most of these ...
Views: 1500(3 votes) - Finding the Best Men's Skin Care Products Can Be Difficult - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Valerie RosenbaumIt is not hard to figure out that when most men go out looking for products to take care of their skin that they are undoubtedly looking for the best men's skin care that money can buy. The problem is that in most cases it doesn’t matter how much you pay for your skin care products, because you ...
Views: 1377(2 votes) - Men's Skin Care: It's Time To Pay Attention Guys - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Mark DanielsMens skin care is often ignored. Skin care for men,whether you want to hear or not, guys, is something we need to seriously start thinking about. I certainly understand the natural reaction to think that you just don’t need it, and maybe you don’t. The reality, however, is that most men are in ...
Views: 1857(3 votes) - ***The Negative Effects Stress Has On Your Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 from Nancy DanielsStress is one of the most debilitating factors affecting our lives today. From the stress of losing a job to the frustration of finding a new job, from the strain of running a household to the additional pressure of handling a career, from the stress of raising children to the stress of trying ...
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