Sexual Health

It’s true, sex in old age is not the same as the sex you have in your younger years. But just because you are not bursting with hormones and have less energy to keep you going doesn’t mean you should use your bedroom for sleep only. Despite the portrayal of sex in pop culture as ...click here to read more

Maybe you weren’t “in the mood” last night, and that’s completely fair. We’re busy, we get tired, and above all, we’re getting older. Sex just isn’t a priority anymore. But it is a part of healthy living, so a constantly low libido could be a sign of an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. ...click here to read more

Light therapy is commonly used to treat depression, but new findings suggest it may also improve male libido. The Italian researchers said they found that after two weeks of daily light therapy exposure men experienced an increase in their testosterone levels by 50 percent, and sexual satisfaction levels nearly tripled. Study author Dr. Andrea Fagiolini ...click here to read more

There is a lot of information out there when it comes to sex and intimate relationships, and so it can be difficult to tell what is true or not. The problem is, sex continues to remain a taboo topic many people still feel uncomfortable talking about. Below are some common myths about sex that you ...click here to read more

A new study conducted by scientists and researchers at the Adnan Menderes University School of Medicine, in Aydin, Turkey, suggests that poor sleep quality is a reason for the sexual problems reported by women with fibromyalgia (FM). The researchers conclude that addressing insomnia and treating disturbed sleep can resolve the sexual problems in FM. The ...click here to read more

When you go in and see your doctor, there is a routine set of questions they commonly ask, along with basic risk factors they look for. Your doctor will listen to your breathing, check your blood pressure, and even look down your tonsils – of course, this is all depending on the symptoms that brought ...click here to read more

Engaging in some one-on-one time with your partner may seem like a thing of the past, but it doesn’t have to be. As we age, more and more things take precedence over sex – like raising children, added responsibilities, and simply growing older. With so much in tow, you and your partner may be severely ...click here to read more

Everyone is talking about exercise benefits, from your doctor to your friends and family. The trend in exercising has really grown in the last few years, and for a good reason. Exercise helps you lose weight, build and maintain muscle, and even improve cardiovascular and respiratory health – and that’s just the short list of ...click here to read more

A new study has found that components in berries and citrus fruits may aid in male sexual function by helping them maintain a healthy erection. The research suggests that eating a flavonoid-rich diet may help improve erectile function as much as walking for two to five hours weekly. Flavonoids are what give fruits and vegetables ...click here to read more

As we age we find ourselves having less and less sex. This may seem like no big deal and you might believe the only thing you’re missing out on is sex. But did you know there are health side effects that come along with not having frequent sex? It’s true – sex offers us many ...click here to read more

Erectile dysfunction (ED), male impotence, may be due to a vitamin D deficiency, according to a recent study. To achieve their findings, researchers analyzed data from over 3,400 American men over the age of 20. Thirty percent of the men were found to have low vitamin D – below 20 nanograms per millimeter of blood. ...click here to read more

When we hear the word testosterone we envision strong, highly masculine men. And yet testosterone is necessary in both men and women – though in different levels. Regardless, testosterone is hailed for promoting vigor, strength and libido, so when testosterone begins to decline so do other aspects in a man’s life. In men, testosterone helps ...click here to read more

One common belief is that as we age our libido and sex drive take a downward spiral. Because many of us believe this idea we don’t get too concerned that the older we get, the less sex we have – but we should. Having low libido is actually not a normal sign of aging, but ...click here to read more

Depression, sleep apnea and sleep quality have been found to increase the risk of erectile dysfunction. Sleep apnea is a condition where a person may stop breathing throughout the night and be abruptly awakened to regain their breath. This condition can contribute to numerous health concerns, including diabetes and hypertension. Furthermore, sleep apnea can impair ...click here to read more