Beer: Health Benefits and Risks
By Christian Manasci One does not necessarily associate beer with health and fitness. In fact, it often conjures up images of fat, lazy people with beer bellies. Yet beer is actually one of the healthiest alcoholic drinks out there. While many believe that wine epitomizes the healthy alcoholic drink, recent studies have shown that beer contains...CONTINUE READING→
Masturbation: Part 3 – What To Do
While it’s a lot of fun to masturbate just for the sake of masturbating, there are some things you can do to raise it to a higher level: a way of approaching it that gives it a broader purpose and influence. I encourage all our patients to masturbate in such a way that they are...CONTINUE READING→
Tips to Decide, “Why Prostatectomy?”
With all of the different options for the treatment of prostate cancer, men must often wonder why prostatectomy compared to other forms of treatment. The complete removal of the cancer. Surgery is the only way to completely remove the cancer. Occasionally a tiny portion of tumor is left behind (a positive margin), but surgeons know...CONTINUE READING→
Masturbation: Part 2 – What Not to Do
Masturbation technique is a highly individualistic topic. Most men figured out how to give themselves an orgasm during puberty. Early on, men tend to fixate on one technique to reach climax and that becomes their technique. It’s what they do. It’s comfortable, it’s reassuring, it’s dependable, and it always works. A guy’s personal technique, discovered...CONTINUE READING→
Is Your Testosterone Level Low?
Men with low levels of the male hormone testosterone have problems with erections, are weaker and more easily fatigued than men with normal levels of testosterone. However, these symptoms are also part of the normal aging process. So how do you know if your symptoms are due to low testosterone or are just related to...CONTINUE READING→
Testosterone Worries
There is no doubt that we are a testosterone-obsessed culture. And not just in sunny California, where I live. Who hasn’t seen those “Low T” ads nightly on the tube: Falling asleep after dinner? Feeling grumpy? Low energy? Losing strength? Sex drive slipping? Is testosterone really the Holy Grail that it’s been pumped up to be?CONTINUE READING→
Masturbation: Part 1 – Let’s Talk About It
Few things are enjoyed so much, reviled so much, lied about so much, performed so much, or ignored so much, as masturbation. The topic rarely fails to spark an emotional and visceral response; laughter, disgust, titillation, arousal, awkward silence, denial, even fear. It’s no wonder that people never really talk about it. For centuries society...CONTINUE READING→
Blueberries: A Key Nutrient to a Healthier You
As spring reveals its vibrant blooms, reflecting these bright colors on our plates is a powerful step towards improved health. The compound that pigments fruits and vegetables are called flavonoids. While these are essential to plants for pollination and protection against diseases, these same chemicals have been found to have many health benefits. In particular,...CONTINUE READING→
“I Don’t Feel Like Having Sex Tonight…”
If your sex-life is in the tank, it makes sense that you might try to avoid it. According to noted therapist Melody Matthews Lowman: “You’re protecting yourself from an unsuccessful sexual interaction, and losing interest is a natural outcome.”
Steroids and Young Men – Why A “Quick Fix” Isn’t Worth It
Athletes are often great heroes and role models for young people and kids. Perseverance, hard work, dedication, devotion, sacrifice, delayed gratification are all great concepts to learn from watching others’ success. There is a reason we love to hear the stories of athletes who overcame tremendous obstacles to achieve success. It is inspiring. It gives...CONTINUE READING→