Men’s Health

Overview Soon-to-be parents of boys face a big decision: to circumcise or not to circumcise. The procedure has medical disadvantages and disadvantages. Religion guides the decision-making for some, but for others, the final determination generally boils down to personal preferences…
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One in five couples in the United States experiences fertility problems, according to Dr. James F. Balch, author of “Prescription for Nutritional Healing.” For men, infertility is typically caused by a low sperm count; for women, common causes include blocked…
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The prostate is a gland situated beneath the male bladder. Prostate contractions force semen through the urethra during male ejaculation. Prostatitis, or enlargement of the prostate, is typically caused by bacteria or hormonal changes. This condition can make urination difficult,…
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Overview The prostate is a glandular organ surrounding the urethra at the outlet of the urinary bladder in males. About the size of a walnut, it plays a role in sexual functioning. The organ develops as a result of male…
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The male prostate gland helps to produce substances for the reproductive process. The small gland wraps around the tube–known as the urethra–from the bladder to the penis. FamilyDoctor.org states the size of the prostate compares with a walnut. Several conditions…
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The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. It sits at the base of the urinary bladder in front of the rectum. The prostate gland produces prostatic fluid, which makes up part of the semen released during ejaculation….
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The prostate generally enlarges as a result of inflammation, generalized overgrowth from hormones or tumors. Diseases of the prostate are very common and occur more frequently as men age. Common causes include inflammation, infection, benign prostatic hypertropy or BPH, benign…
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The prostate gland manufactures the fluid that carries sperm and is found adjacent to the bladder. Problems of the prostate include cancer and swelling, which may affect bladder functioning. Several natural herbal supplements can help prevent prostate cancer and reduce…
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These days, more and more couples are turning to herbal supplements to address fertility problems. Herbs are all-natural and much less expensive than conventional medical fertility treatments. For best results, consult an herbalist who can direct you to the herbs…
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Botanically known as Lepidium meyeni, maca grows in the high altitudes of the Peruvian Andes. The cultivation of maca is more than 6,000 years old. The root is used medicinally to give the body endurance, and according to the website…
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Hot flashes in men are also referred to as “male menopause” and andropause. The book “Andrology: The Science of Dysfunctions of the Male Reproductive System” posits that testosterone—-a male sex hormone—begins to decline in production between the ages of 45…
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Maca, also known as Lepidium meyenii, is a plant in the mustard family that grows at altitudes of more than 4,000 feet above sea level. Native to the Bolivian Andes, the maca plant has been used as a source of…
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Several types of prostate problems can occur in men, particularly as they age. The first, benign prostatic hyperplasia, causes the prostate gland to enlarge beyond its normal size. This condition occurs far more often than the other major prostate problem…
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Maca is a Peruvian plant resembling a radish with a history believed to stretch back more than 6,000 years. Inca warriors ate the root before heading into battle, as it was believed to increase virility and strength, according to Scott…
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The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located below the bladder. As a part of the male reproductive system, the gland surrounds the urethra and secretes a liquid to mix with sperm and form semen. As men age, the prostate grows…
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Overview Maca is an annual and herbaceous plant that’s botanically known as Lepidium meyenii. It’s native to the high altitudes of the Andes in Peru and some pars of Bolivia, and the root is used medicinally to enhance endurance and…
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In light of the high costs of medical treatment for infertility, many women seek to boost their fertility with natural herbal remedies. Although modern scientific studies have not confirmed that herbs can effectively treat fertility, they have been used to…
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Overview Some women seem to get pregnant at the drop of a hat, while others try unsuccessfully for years to conceive naturally. Getting pregnant requires that a ripe egg becomes fertilized by sperm present in your reproductive tract during the…
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Overview The prostate gland is a male sex organ, about the size of a walnut, located just below the bladder. It surrounds the urethra, the tube that takes urine from the bladder to the penis. The prostate doubles in size…
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Fertility awareness offers several methods to help women get pregnant quickly and easily. These methods can help a woman understand her fertility signs, and identify her most fertile days each month. But even the most diligent fertility tracker must take…
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Prostate cancer involves a cancerous or malignant tumor in the prostate gland in men, typically those who are over the age of 40. Some men may have benign tumors in the prostate, causing benign prostate hyperplasia. If you have prostate…
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Overview The prostate is part of the male reproductive system and is the size of a walnut. It is a gland that lies behind the bladder and surrounds the urethra. The prostate secretes fluid to mix with sperm—forming semen—that aids…
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1. Improve Your General Health If you want to improve a low sperm count, one of the first places to start is by improving your general health. Make sure you are getting plenty of regular exercise. Though you really shouldn’t…
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The stinging nettle plant has long been used as an alternative medical treatment for a variety of conditions, dating back to medieval Europe, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC). Today, the roots and leaves of the plant…
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More than 75 percent of male cancer patients become long-term survivors due to medical advances in detection and treatment of cancers. Because cancer survivorship is increasing, quality of life issues, such as being able to conceive children after cancer, are…
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1. Preventing Ankle Sprains While Cheerleading a Balancing Act Though still not considered as risky as contact sports, cheerleading has its fair share of injuries. As stunts become increasingly athletic (such as jumps, flips and tosses), the risk of injury…
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The prostate is a gland that surrounds the urethra–the tube that passes urine–in the male reproductive system. Its primary function is to produce a fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. The prostate gland swells and enlarges in all men, especially…
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The consumption of alcohol can sometimes be a controversial topic thanks to numerous myths surrounding its consumption and aftereffects. This can create significant health hazards if you can’t separate the facts from fiction. Understanding how alcohol works and how it…
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Lepidium peruvianum, more commonly known as maca, is a nutritious root vegetable used not only for food but also as an herbal medicine. Native to the Andes mountains of Peru, maca root is a member of the Brassicaceae family, which…
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Overview Chasteberry has been widely used for a variety of purposes since at least the Middle Ages, when monks nibbled on chasteberry leaves to quell mortal desires. Chasteberry was used traditionally by women to ease menstrual symptoms and stimulate lactation,…
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