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Everyday you might receive mails in your mail id regarding sex related problems like how to enhance your sex drive, dysfunction in erection, premature insemination and ways to increase your penis size. You never think that you have any issue regarding size of penis but that spam might grab your attention. [Photo Credit]

1.Pineal gland : It is located in a small cave like hole above the hind part of the pituitary gland in the middle of the brain. It is also called the controller gland. [Photo Credit] Function of Pineal gland : It is instrumental in the growth of the body & control the sex gland. It is related to the self regulated nervous system of the body. The secretion of this gland controls other glands. It normalizes the effect of light on the color of the skin & balances the cells of the brain. It also helpful in preventing general information. 2. Pituitary gland : This gland is located at the base of the brain inside the skull & is connected with hypothalamus. This gland functions with the help of other glands. This gland becomes active when other glands stop functioning. When secretion of the gland of the other hormones increases, this gland reduces secretion. Function of Pituitary gland : decrease & increase in height depends on the secretion of this gland as it affects bo...

Women used cosmetic products in their day to day life, but very few of them take notice of use-by date on make-up & toiletries. Women often put their health at risk by using old cosmetic for several years. Many women continue to use old cosmetic even though they begin to smell or become discolored. [Photo Credit] Alexandra Richmond, a beauty analyst said, “It is not simply a matter of products no longer performing to optimal standards. Old make-up can be hazardous to our health. Like food, cosmetics can expire & become dangerous to use. There may be far more lurking at the bottom of your make-up bag than old dried mascara.” It is often seen that women forget when they bought the particular cosmetic & they continue to wear it after its use-by date. Four year ago a rule was brought in that required all cosmetics that could deteriorate after opening to carry advice on when they will expire. Many manufacturers responded by adding PAO symbol to packaging. But in spite of this ...

The drugs & painkiller which are given to women during labour may cut mother’s chances of breastfeeding her baby. These dugs are given to women to treat & protect bleeding after child birth, but these drugs are now linked with the falling rates of breastfeeding. All newborn children should breastfeed for first six months because it provides health benefits to both mother & baby. [Photo Credit] Experts have found that use of the clotting agents’ oxytocin or ergometrine was associated with a 7% decline in the proportion that started breastfeeding within 48 hours of giving birth. It is believed that the drugs may hinder a woman’s ability to naturally produce milk. It suggests that mother who has it, may need greater time or support from midwives if she wishes to breastfeed her baby. The study also confirmed the link between high doses of injected pain relief & lower rates of breastfeeding. The main reasons cited for women failing to breastfeed are a lack of milk or babies...

Experts have warned that all sexually active women of childbearing age should take folic acid supplement because it prevents any children they have being born with spina bifida. There is a rise in number of cases of disability among newborns. In unborn children spina bifida causes vertebrae in the backbone to form incorrectly. It often leads to lower-body paralysis & other damage to the nervous system. [Photo Credit] Due to this problem child can suffer lifelong bladder & bowel problem & in some cases children have brain damage. But experts said that 75% of the cases could be prevented if mother could take folic acid three months before the conception & during pregnancy period. Dr Margo Whiteford chairman Spina Bifida Association said, “We don't know if this is down to folic acid but we do know that most women don't take enough folic acid at the right time. Ladies do know about folic acid preventing spina bifida but they wait until they've missed a period b...

Million of people around the world every year need hospital treatment for broken bones. The first step in treatment is to reduce the fracture by aligning the ends of the bone which are broken, so that the natural healing process can begin. But in severe cases more drastic measures like steel plates to fix the broken bones in position or the grafting of bone to fill the gap between the shattered ends are done. [Photo Credit] Scientists have developed artificial bones that are made from bits of old wood which can be used as grafts in patients who need replacement of part of their own skeleton which are damaged by the injury. Research by Italian scientist showed that the cellular make-up of certain types of wood like red oak provides perfect scaffolding for cells & blood vessels to latch onto as they grow. Surgeons often harvest grafts from patients own skeleton, they remove bit of bone from pelvis region that is used elsewhere in the body. They remove a small amount of pelvis bone w...

People try various things for keeping their body in good shape like treadmills, Atkins diet & long walks. But all went in vain. Now the fitness experts come up with a new idea for staying in shape & you need not to cot out various things from your diet, which is indulging in plenty of sex, also called sexercise. It makes you slimmer. [Photo Credit] The combination of sex & fitness is an ideal one, because sex helps to get a person fit & being fit, a person wants to have more sex. The good combination of both sex & fitness offers a person many health related benefits like improved blood circulation which strengths heart, helps to change the person’s bad cholesterol known as LDL to good cholesterol known as HDL, helps to maintain proper weight, provides good sleep & great amount of energy & also give longer & better quality life. Women, in particular, feel more attractive with sexual fitness, since they produce more estrogen, according to Fox News. Durin...

In a new study researchers have found that women who have bigger waist have high risk of developing asthma though their body weigh is normal. The study suggests that the amount of weight which women carry around their abdomen is particularly important. The researchers analyzed the date of 88304 women. [Photo Credit] They found that women with overweight are 40% more likely to have asthma than woman having normal weight. Asthma is three times likely to attack women which are extremely overweight than normal weight women. More surprisingly they also found that women with normal weight but whose waist is more than 35 inches are also at increased risk around one third higher than women with smaller waist. Body mass index (BMI) has been widely used as a standard measure of obesity. Many researchers consider that waist circumference can be used because it reflects levels of visceral fat deposits which are found around the organs of body more closely. These fat deposits are different that fr...

Most of the women are not aware about their gynecology health . In the event of any problem relating to gynecology, they have to run for the doctors. There are some simple gynecology secrets, by knowing about them, it becomes easy for women to know about the symptoms & causes of gynecological problem experienced by them in their routine life. Here in this article some gynecology secrets are explained that might prove useful for every woman. [Photo Credit] 1. Birth control pills can reduce your sex drive : Birth control pills can reduce the desire for sex in many women. This is true not only for women in their reproductive years. It’s also true for women going through menopause who may use a low dose pill to control symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings. What can you do to get your sex drive back? Amaru says, “Consider switching to another form of birth control such as an IUD, if you’re in a monogamous relationship or condoms. use another method of protection to prevent p...

Breast feeding is most essential for the health of the baby & it provides the strength which helps to fight against various diseases through out baby’s life. To get the maximum benefits of breast feeding for the baby, the mother should find a position that is comfortable for the baby as well as for her. Other wise the baby won’t suck properly & it affects the health of the baby & it may also create engorgement, sore nipple & infection in the breast of the mother. Here are explained some recommended breast-feeding positions which are comfortable for both mother & the baby. [Photo Credit] 1. Cradle Position : In this position mother has to sit down in an erect position & use pillow to support her back. Now she places her baby in her lap with the baby’s head resting on the bend of her arm & nearer to the breast for feeding. She uses pillow to support the baby’s weight & this helps the baby closer towards the breast. Now the baby’s chest is against the bar...

In a new study scientists have found that people who are obese have smaller brain & they are more at risk of Alzheimer’s. They found that brain in the obese people had an average of 8 % less tissue & had aged prematurely by sixteen years. On the other hand people who are overweight had an average of 4 % less tissue & appeared eight years older. [Photo Credit] They compared the brain scan of 94 people in their 70s who were obese & overweight. They found that the obese had lost tissue in the frontal & temporal lobes areas critical for planning & memory. Declines were also seen in areas used for attention & executive functions, long term memory & movement A neurologist Professor Paul Thompson said, “That's a big loss of tissue and it depletes your cognitive reserves, putting you at much greater risk of Alzheimer's and other diseases that attack the brain. But you can greatly reduce your risk for Alzheimer's if you can eat healthily and keep you...

Definition of sprain : A sprain occurs when one or more ligaments are stretched beyond their normal range. Most people regard a sprained ankle as a minor injury. If sprained ankle is not treated properly, it can lead to lasting weakness, repeated strain & even arthritis. In a severe sprain, the fibres tear. [Photo Credit] Dr. Rogers said, “'You should get an ankle brace as soon as possible. This immobilizes the ankle, reducing the strain on it and giving it a chance to heal properly. Tub grip won't provide nearly enough support or compression to keep the swelling down. If you can put weight on the ankle, that's fine; but don't force it - the injured ligaments need time to heal.” First aid recommendations : Follow the recommended first aid for an ankle sprain, which goes by the acronym RICE: R for rest; I for ice; C for compression; E for elevation. Apply a cloth-wrapped (to avoid an ice burn) ice pack (not peas) to the area a few times a day for five minutes. Put...

Women undergo through various medical conditions but they are not aware of many secret health tips. Female doctors want that women should know the secret health tips, which help them to prevent from many diseases. Here are explained some top medical secrets that every women should be aware of. [Photo Credit] 1. Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS) : The irritable moods & water retention affect many women. The nutrients may help because it is though that it boosts the production of dopamine, a brain chemical which may be linked to mood. Magnesium may also help prevent the inflammation which causes water retention. Dr. Ann Walker said, “Many people don't eat the foods which contain magnesium, such as wholegrain, beans and green leafy vegetables, so supplements may help. You need about 270mg a day, and look for magnesium citrate, which is easier to absorb than magnesium oxide.” 2. Women more prone to back pain : Women are more prone to back pain because a combination of factors includi...

People who have eyesight problem usually prefer wearing contact lenses instead of spectacles. Contact lenses have gained popularity & importance in today’s life style. With the increasing trend of wearing contact lenses it becomes necessary to have a proper care of your contact lenses. It is also necessary because they remain your eyes safe & healthy. Here are explained some useful tips, by following these tips you can take proper care of your contact lenses. [Photo Credit] Reading user manual : When you buy a pair of contact lens, there is a user manual which comes with it. You should not ignore it. You should read it carefully & follow the prevention & usage tips given in it. You should take advice from an eye specialist if you wear contact lenses first time. One must follow all the instruction given by the eye specialist for the contact lenses. General hygienic tips : You must follow the general hygienic tips when using contact lenses like always wash your hands...

Dehydration is condition which is causes due to excessive usage of alcohol & caffeinated products. To hydrate your body you should keep the body’s water contents at its optimal level. Mild hydration can be treated at home but its severe form can become the main reason of death. Dehydration is defined as the excessive loss of water & salt from the body. Dehydration can be dangerous if it goes uncorrected for a long time. [Photo Credit] Symptoms of dehydration : The symptoms of dehydration include feeling of thirst, dry tongue& mouth & also the reduce output of urine. Severe signs of dehydration include sunken eyes, wrinkled skin, dizziness, and confusion. In some severe patients high heart rate & elevated respiratory will also seen as the major symptoms of dehydration. Causes of dehydration : Causes of dehydration include prolonged exposure to the sun or heat, and excessive sweating. It also includes prolonged vomiting, diarrhea and high fever. All of these condit...

Soy is considered to be very effective in alleviating most of the symptoms of menopause due to its high concentration of phytoestrogens . These phytoestrogens are compounds derived from plants that contain estrogenic activity, thus having great effects on addressing menopausal symptoms. Here are explained the reasons why it is best for alleviating symptoms of menopause. [Photo Credit] Natural remedy for decreasing menopause : Scientists discovered that the soy chemicals called isoflavones could prevent bone calcium leeching, which is a common occurrence among people who usually take in red meats. The use of a soy supplement could alleviate hot flashes, which is linked to the decrease of the levels of estrogen in the body. This is because of the estrogenic effects of the isoflavones that could be found in soy. Relief for Night Sweats & Hot Flashes :To relieve frequent occurrences of night sweats and hot flashes, it is best to have a high intake of soy with its component of isofl...

The main reason of infertility among men is the low sperm count . Having high or normal sperm count can better your probabilities of having a baby. Also the amount of pleasure that you experience when ejaculating can be affected by the amount of semen that is produced. The averaged amount of sperm that a man produces during ejaculations is 40,000,000. There are several ways through which one can increases one’s sperm count. [Photo Credit] Ways to increase sperm count : As you grow old the quantity of sperm decreased. There are many things that you can do yourself to increase the sperm count. Here are explained some tips through that one can raise the quality & quantity of his sperms. 1. If you can, cut down junk & processed foods in your day-to-day diet. It's more advantageous that you eat things high in protein & low fat. If you can afford it, eat only organic foods. It helps to boost your sperm count. 2. Avert bathing in hot water & wearing tight underclothe...

Scientists have developed a patch that can take the pain out of injections. It is the perfect invention for those who have a fear of needles. The stamp-sized patch is studded with dozens of tiny needles, each a fraction of a millimeter long is equivalent of the width of a few strands of hair. [Photo Credit] This patch is coated with medicine & it reaches far enough through the skin to deliver the drug but not deep enough to hit the nerves that cause pain. The patch could be especially useful for sufferers of age-related macular degeneration, the most common cause of blindness in the elderly. Although new drugs can improve symptoms, they must be injected directly into the eye each month, something that would be relatively simple by using one of the patches. Dr Mark Prausnitz said, “It's our goal to get rid of the need for hypodermic needles & replace them with a patch that can be applied by a patient. If you can move to something that is as easy to apply as a plaster, you...

Millions of women around the world are affected with common womb condition endometriosis. Endometriosis, which can damage the fertility, arises when cells normally found in the womb lining or endometrium attaches themselves to other parts of the pelvic area, causing scar tissue, pain and inflammation. [Photo Credit] At the moment, many women have to wait up to 11 years for a diagnosis of endometriosis, and undergo surgery with a general anesthetic. But the new test involves a quick biopsy of the womb lining, taken through the vagina while the patient is awake. Researchers from Australia & Jordan tried the new method on 99 patients. They tested the samples taken for the presence of nerve fibres which predict endometriosis, with almost 100 % accuracy. They said that there is still a substantial delay in the diagnosis of endometriosis in most countries. The length of time from the onset of symptoms to the definite diagnosis is often quite long, with an average of six to ten years in...

In a new study scientists have found that smokers are less likely to enjoy a mouthwatering meal than others who avoid smoking. Their taste buds have less sensitive due to smoking. Smoking deadens the ability to taste. Pavlidis Pavlos led a team from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki who used electrical stimulation to test the taste threshold of the soldiers. [Photo Credit] They also measured the number and shape of a kind of taste bud called fungiform papillae . They detected statically important difference between the taste thresholds of smokers and non-smokers. Differences were also seen in the shape of the taste buds and the extent to which they were connected to blood vessels. Applying an electrical current to the tongue produced a unique metallic taste. Measuring how much current was needed before the taste was noticed provided a way of determining taste sensitivity. The 28 smokers tested had lower taste scores than the 34 non-smokers. Their fungiform papillae were also fl...