How many times did you get up to pee last night? One two three times or more? It could be due to prostate problems, which affect more than 30 million American men. The condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the name for an enlarged prostate that can cause: Frequent bathroom visits. Dribbling or
Although the association between excessive body weight and an increased risk of cancer has been know for a long time, new research has shed more light on a mechanism behind the link. The study was conducted by specialists from Michigan State University who investigated the hormone called leptin which is found in fat tissue and
In addition to taking natural supplements such as calcium and vitamin D to help with lower back pain, a researcher is trying to find more treatment options for a problem affecting 40 million Americans. N. Peter Reeves, a researcher from Michigan State University, is using system science to better understand how the lower back works
Approximately four out of 10 adult women suffer from some type of sexual problem, according to new research published in Obstetrics & Gynecology. A total of 32,000 women aged 18 and older answered questions about their libido and sex lives. Around 39 percent said they had low desire, one-quarter had difficulties with arousal and 21
Men who are more comfortable taking herbal supplements than prescription drugs may benefit from the results of a new study on impotence treatments. A plant known as “horny goat weed” has been used for centuries to treat erectile dysfunction. Now, Italian researchers have found evidence that it can work as a natural alternative to prescription
Taking herbal supplements may benefit people with anxiety disorders, according to findings published in Nutrition Journal. Recently, a team of researchers analyzed the results of 24 different trials, and of the studies, 21 included participants who reported positive results when taking the supplements. Furthermore, these individuals didn’t experience any serious side effects. The investigators concluded
Obese individuals may want to consider adopting an alkaline diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains as a new study suggests that obesity can bring a greater risk of death among colon cancer patients. According to findings published in the journal, Clinical Cancer Research, obese patients with colon cancer have a greater
Varicose veins present significant aesthetic challenges and can have long-term health complications. However, some natural health resources have been shown to have beneficial effects. Many natural therapies work by strengthening veins, which reduces leakage from vessel walls. Some sufferers may therefore benefit from muscle-toning moderate exercise regimes or yoga to help veins preserve their natural
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University report that the naturally occurring sex hormones testosterone and estrogen may influence the risk and progression of artery hardening, which may explain why men are at increased risk in developing heart disease. The findings, presented at the American Heart Associations annual Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, found that older women,
Some women have reported experiencing sexual problems after surviving breast cancer, according to survey results published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. Those who completed the questionnaire explained their sexual experiences after approximately two years after they were diagnosed and had completed their chemotherapy treatment. According to the survey results, more than 80 percent of