For men who have trouble falling asleep, acupressure may be all you need. This form of Chinese medicine dates back to 282 A.D. and works by stimulating points on the body with pressure and/or massage. Unlike acupuncture, which uses needles, acupressure is considered non-invasive. Acupressure points to try You have nothing to lose and sleep … Continue reading Having Trouble Sleeping? Acupressure Could Be the Answer
If someone you know has advanced prostate cancer, they may be taking Firmagon. The prescription drug works by stopping testosterone production, which, in turn, lowers your prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels to stop the growth of the cancer cells. How it’s given Firmagon comes in a powder form. It’s mixed into a solution and then injected … Continue reading How a Common Medication Works for Prostate Cancer Patients
A 2013 meta-analysis of 12,626 people found a link between diabetes and anxiety. Estimates report that anxiety affects approximately 40% of diabetics. But what would cause the correlation between the two? Healthcare professionals put together a list of ways diabetes may cause or contribute to anxiety. Possible causes For people with diabetes, it can be … Continue reading Diabetes May Cause Anxiety
Quinoa has been popping up in grocery stores, recipes and restaurants at a record pace this past year—with good reason. The whole grain offers lots of health benefits and there are more than 120 different types of quinoa. Nutritional benefits Although quinoa is a great plant-based source of protein, it’s certainly not exclusive to vegetarian … Continue reading What’s So Great About Quinoa?
Most people don’t think of yoga as a way to relieve constipation, but there are some pieces of research that indicate yoga can be helpful. That’s because certain postures can manipulate your digestive tract, which, in turn, may help you pass gas or stool. Here are some poses that are worth trying. Cobra This is … Continue reading Relieving Constipation With Yoga
While some people refer to microgreens as a superfood, scientists prefer the term “functional food.” That’s because these seedlings of herbs and vegetables provide key nutrients in a practical manner. Are sprouts the same as microgreens? No. While sprouts are newly germinated seeds that are harvested before their leaves develop, microgreens are harvested from the … Continue reading Why You Should Add Microgreens to Your Diet
If you’re not getting enough sleep, it may be significantly affecting your cognitive function. In fact, new research shows that sleep deprivation creates significant lapses in attention and placekeeping errors. Placekeeping errors are mistakes following complex procedures. How bad is sleep deprivation? A team of scientists from Michigan State University’s Sleep and Learning Lab wanted … Continue reading Research: Lack of Sleep Significantly Decreases Cognitive Function
Changing to a keto diet can cause mild constipation due to the increase in high-fat foods and decrease in carbohydrates, which often means less fiber. You may notice pain when passing stools, a change to fewer than three bowel movements per week and/or hard or dry stools. Some people also report incomplete evacuation, which means … Continue reading Constipation and the Keto Diet: What You Should Know
If you’re worried about prostate cancer, take note: a new study has found a link between inactivity and increased prostate cancer. Beyond genetics A team of researchers from Imperial College London and the University of Bristol used a new method of assessing prostate cancer risk factors to determine how exercise affects your chances of developing … Continue reading Study: Exercise May Protect Against Prostate Cancer
Have you noticed discharge coming out of your penis? If so, don’t be alarmed. Sometimes it’s totally normal. Here’s a quick rundown of causes of discharge in men, when it’s nothing to worry about and when to see a doctor. What is normal discharge? Discharge is a general term to describe any non-urine fluid that … Continue reading Causes of Discharge in Men
