Healthy insights

Diabetes is gaining momentum all over the world and is currently recognized as one of the most common chronic diseases. Diabetes affects the eyes, kidneys, heart, and other internal organs. But potency is the first thing to take the hit. Disappointing statistics confirm that 40% of men with diseases of the genitourinary system are diagnosed with diabetes.

Dr. Shanti Goswami Das and other scientists from the Delhi state medical University have found that light massage of the testicles and scrotum positively affects men's health.

Many people think that men need sex every day. But as for women, they are the ones with a constant "headache". In real life, men also have moments when they do not want sex. And it's not about health problems.

A lot of ways were invented attempting to lose those extra pounds: all kinds of diets, nutrition programs, superfoods. But none of them will give a quick and lasting result. After all, the main rule of weight loss is to consume less and burn more calories for an extended period of time. For example, a month. Exercise helps you burn calories. But do not rush to get in the line for a gym membership. There is an alternative, a simple and completely free form of physical activity, which is walking.

The growing popularity of office work and the increasing pace of remote work have led to more and more people stuck with a sedentary lifestyle. Thus, recent research conducted by experts from the University of Queens (Belfast) showed that 30% of the adult population of Britain sit greater than 6 hours a day. And at the weekend, when the British keep up with the lazy lifestyle staying home, crushing on the soft and cozy couches, the number rises up to 37%. Moreover, British scientists have revealed that 70 thousand people die every year in the UK of an inactive lifestyle and the diseases that accompany it.

According to statistics, 30% of men snore in their sleep. And by the age of 60, this number reaches 60%. Many people do not pay attention to the fact that they snore. Particularly if snoring does not bother others and does not hinder the individual from living their normal life. But doctors believe that the causes of snoring can be quite serious.

According to the current International Classification of Diseases, sadomasochism is a disorder of sexual preference. But modern science confirms that people who practice BDSM do not suffer from mental disorders. And a major Dutch study has confirmed that those practicing BDSM are psychologically healthier than other people. They are more open to new experiences and less prone to mental disorders. According to various estimates, from 2% to 65% of the total population of the planet are prone to BDSM. The first ones, i.e., the minority, show the involvement in real BDSM practices. The second are predisposed to sexual fantasies.

In 2013, actor Michael Douglas voiced the true cause of his diagnosed laryngeal cancer. The disease was caused by the human papillomavirus, which Douglas contracted through cunnilingus. Of course, this does not mean that there is no place for oral sex. But it is important to be aware of some safety rules concerning this kind of sex to protect yourself from distressing consequences.

If passions run high and conflicts create themselves out of thin air, you at some point start wondering how to fix that. Every couple fights, even that one that seems so perfectly happy. British scientists from the Institute of Psychology have calculated that conflict situations most often occur within the Italian couples. Meanwhile, their divorce statistics are among the lowest in the world. What is the secret?

Toxic relationships in psychology are relationships that create psychological discomfort. They are emotionally and physically damaging to one or both of the partners. Often, the partner experiencing psychological pressure simply does not realize that it is the relationships that poison their life.

In small doses stress can actually have some positive effects on your health – it makes the human body more resilient. Physical activity can be attributed to this sort of positive stress. But if you are constantly dealing with something that causes worry and anxiety, it will sooner or later affect your health. Moreover, the consequences can be severe. The first to suffer is the part of the brain that is responsible for learning and memory. Moreover, the production of serotonin is disrupted. The key hormone that stabilizes our mood, feelings of well-being, and happiness.