Author: healthtost
Erectile dysfunction (ED) or impotence is one of the common sexual health disorders affecting men of all ages. Although many physical and psychological factors are responsible for causing ED in men, low testosterone levels are also considered to be the culprit. Testosterone is an important hormone that plays a key role in many bodily functions in men. Likewise, it plays a key role in better sexual health in men. In this article, we will share a brief description of it best testosterone booster for erectile dysfunction. Along the way, we’ll discuss topical treatments, medications, and more ways to boost testosterone…
My fear and anxiety about my soon to be first child is overwhelming on a daily basis… Some days I am angry, some days sad and other days I panic. My stress and depression levels were higher than normal I get scared when I go anywhere or see someone, even when I keep social distance. We planned to have an amazing support team and the rug was pulled from under us. I realize this is uncharted territory, but I haven’t felt supported as a first time mother.1 These were the feelings of pregnant people going through the pandemic. It was…
In our society, health is often referred to in binary terms: people are healthy or unhealthy. In this binary view of health, much of the categorization is based on weight, lab values, and diagnoses. The slightly more nuanced discussions of health talk about being on a spectrum. However, health is not a binary thing and looks different from person to person based on their values, life situation and goals. I find it helpful to think of health as a matrix, something made up of various intersecting spheres of health (ie emotional, community, physical, etc., and then the subsections within each…
In a recent study in Population Studiesresearchers investigated the role of grandfathers’ support in protecting mothers from depression. Their results show that support from grandparents may be more important for single mothers, while the role of grandmothers is more important than that of grandfathers. Study: Grandparental support and maternal depression: Do characteristics of grandparents matter more to divorcing mothers? Image credit: Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock.com Record Mothers often bear a greater share of childcare responsibilities compared to fathers, especially among single parents due to various circumstances such as widowhood or separation. In many cases of parental separation, children tend to reside…
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our site, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. If you’re tired of living in sweatshirts and hoodies, it’s time to update your wardrobe for the coming months. Unfortunately, good quality sports entertainment doesn’t come cheap. Luckily, there’s a way to get your hands on Lululemon’s coveted sculpting leggings (along with tons of other apparel from the brand) at a deep discount, and it’s all thanks to this low-key sale happening this Presidents Day. The company’s We Made Too Much sale is packed with discounts you’d never know…
Selenium is an important and powerful mineral that you may not have heard much about. It doesn’t get as much attention as B vitamins, zinc or vitamin C, but that needs to change. Read on to learn all the important notes necessary to optimize your selenium status. Signs of selenium deficiency: If any of the following symptoms are familiar to you, it may warrant getting your selenium levels checked: IBD Crohn’s cardiovascular diseases infertility myodegenerative disorders cognitive impairment poor immune function thyroid dysfunction increased susceptibility to infection inflammation skin abnormalities loss of hair and skin pigmentation [1,2,3,4] The role…
A recent study published in the journal Prehospital Emergency Care evaluates current approaches to measuring the performance of emergency medical services (EMS) across the United States and identifies new strategies that can improve the quality of care provided by EMS. . Study: National evaluation of EMS performance at the responder and agency level. Image credit: blurAZ / Shutterstock.com The evolution of EMS care guidelines Across the US, a wide range of quality measures are used to measure the quality of care provided by EMS. However, compared to hospital-based or ambulatory medicine, there is still a lack of specific, nationally accepted,…
Basic elementsThe drug supply is made more toxic by fentanyl. This increases the risk of overdose.Teen overdose deaths are on the rise. It is important that all teens know how to recognize an overdose and respond using naloxone.Naloxone is safe, easy to use, and available without a prescription. What exactly is an opioid overdose?Overdose refers to when someone “passes out” (passes out) and is not breathing normally. This can happen when someone takes a high or strong dose of opioids. If not treated promptly, an opioid overdose can lead to death. Fortunately, there are things you can do to recognize…
In a world that is seemingly so advanced in some areas, it is still frankly lacking in others. Get your period cycle, for example. This natural and physiological process that occurs in about 50 percent of the population is still a taboo and is considered “unclean” in many parts of the world. And because of these negative connotations, there is a huge lack of research on important topics such as physiological and behavioral issues in the field of menstrual cycle. So today, we aim to talk about these issues and possible solutions to help you feel better, starting with hormonal…
Infusing herbs and flowers into oils is a DIY beauty secret that’s simple yet powerful. If you already make your own homemade skin care, then you know the benefits of using real, whole ingredients to make moisturizing and nourishing skin care that works. Creating your own infused oil at home couldn’t be easier, and it adds nutrient-rich botanicals typically found in high-end skincare products to your favorite carrier oils. How do you use infused oils? Simply mix them with your body butter, balm and recipes. You can also use them directly on the skin as a body, face or massage…