www.drgranny.com » Male Problems

Jealousy in Love – What Can You do Against it?

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:35:33 +0000

Some people totally freak out when an attractive person says only hi to their partner. Without any reason they start to search for things in the pockets or bags and check the cell phones – totally surreptitiously. Why can’t they trust and how can they cope with this?

Jealousy in love

is always difficult and can go so far that it even destroys a relationship.

Here are the reasons and tips to be able to control jealousy attacks – for partners and the jealous ones.

Do I have a reason to be jealous?

Of course you have a reason to have a lack of confidence in your partner if he or she has ever disappointed you. But if your jealousy is unfounded, it has to be a mental disorder that causes unnecessary suffering.

In this case, the first important step is to realize that the problem has more to do with yourself than with your partner.

Afterwards, it is necessarily to identify the causes of your jealousy and to develop a strategy on how to keep it away as much as possible.

Is some jealousy normal?

There is such a thing like an adequate jealousy. Already before the psychologist Sigmund Freud talked about it,

jealousy in love

was already known for hundreds of years. Then if you have the fear that you will lose the life partner, what would be probably one of the most painful things for you, jealousy makes sense and is reasonable.

On the other hand, there is an unreasonable, morbid jealousy. Psychologists explain it with two reasons.

The more obvious is a lack of self-confidence. If you fear the whole time that you will lose your partner because of a more attractive person, you will start to control him or her completely. In this case, jealousy can be a blank terror and destroy the relationship.

The second explanation is actually based on ‘prevent cheaters’. Psychologists talk about persons who have been once attracted to someone else than their partner – what is actually normal – but who don’t admit it at all. But exactly this total displacement can lead to a loss of confidence and trust, because they can get the fear that the partner may have the same feeling for others but doesn’t hide it.

So what can I do?

If you have a jealousy attack, make yourself clear that this is your problem and not the one of your partner. This will give you a little distance.
Consider all the things which have shown you that you can trust your partner. This will give you security.
Consider your own strengths and why your partner loves you. This will give you back the self-confidence.
Surprise your partner with a gift or something else for him or her. This will strengthen the bond and mutual trust.
Don’t allow yourself sniffing around or to do inspections. Tell yourself that you are too good to do it.
Admit your jealousy since it will relieve.

And you partner?

He or she should try to understand how you feel.
What is important is that your partner doesn’t start to defend him or herself or to argue.
Your partner should resist the temptation to intentionally induce jealousy in order to feel strong.

The golden key to a relationship without jealousy would be just a mature and unconditional love. It is possible to totally trust your partner but since we are not perfect, most of us will sometimes get gripped by jealousy. The most important thing in this case is not to ignore but to do something against it, to make sure that

jealousy in love

doesn’t destroy your relationship with the one you love the most.

Treatments for Erectile Dysfunction

admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 05:12:31 +0000

Erectile dysfunction, especially early in life, can cause disappointment and unhappiness. To beat your blues, we reveal effective

treatments for erectile dysfunction

in this article.

Drug Treatments for Erectile Dysfunction

Viagra, Staxyn, Levitra and Cialis are commonly used drugs to treat male impotence. These drugs have subtle differences between them. Cialis works fastest (within 15 minutes) and induces longer lasting effects (even up to 36 hours in some users).

Penile Prosthesis for Erectile Dysfunction

There are two types of prostheses for impotence. These are bendable and inflatable devices. In the first type, two malleable rods are surgically implanted in the penis. The disadvantage is the penis will remain semi-rigid and to have sex it should be lifted to the erect position. The inflatable prosthesis is a better option as it is more natural and easier to hide. Normally a penile implant is chosen when impotence cannot be cured by drugs or natural treatments.

Surgery to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

Vascular reconstructive surgery is done to boost blood supply to the penis, which enables the man to get an erection. But this procedure is difficult, expensive and not guaranteed to succeed. Hence, surgery is tried only rarely. Besides, research shows this surgery is effective in only one in 20 cases.

Lifestyle Changes to Treat Erectile Dysfunction

Impotence is often caused by unhealthy habits and lifestyle. Instead of trying expensive drugs or other treatments, you can simply try to make healthy changes in your habits and lifestyle to treat impotence. Read on to learn some effective lifestyle

treatments for erectile dysfunction

Tips to Beat Stress

Stress and tension are two of the main causes of impotence. To reduce the effects of physical and mental stress, you can learn effective relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation. Spend some “alone time” and ponder quietly about your life, thinking and expectations. You can also seek professional help if self-help is not successful. Read on to learn effective ways to beat stress and

treat erectile dysfunction

Think positively and keep your self-confidence high.
Do your best at all tasks and leave the rest to powers which you cannot control.
Do not become aggressive or combative. You need not be passive either. Simply assert yourself and stick to your beliefs and feelings.
Exercise regularly as a fit body is better placed to fight stress.
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Quit smoking and limit the intake of caffeine and alcohol.
Keep your expectations and goals realistic to curb unhappiness.
Try to get sound sleep and rest which will help your body and mind fight stress better.
Do not take recourse to using substances like alcohol or drugs to lower stress.
Stress busting techniques like guided imagery and deep breathing can be helpful.

Summary

We hope the

treatments for erectile dysfunction

given in this article, help to solve your impotence problem and improve your sex life. Always consult your doctor before you try any medication or even natural

treatment for erectile dysfunction

Alternate Therapy for Sexual Impotence (Part 2)

admin — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 08:22:52 +0000

Home Remedies for Sexual Impotence:

1. Treatment using Garlic

Garlic is believed to act as a tonic for loss of sexual power due to any particular cause, sexual weakness, impotency resulting from sexual overindulgence and nervous exhaustion. Two to Three cloves of raw garlic if chewed daily can make a world of difference.

2. Sexual Impotence treatment using Onion

Onion comes second to garlic; especially white variety of onion serves the best for treating impotency. It increases libido and strengthens the reproductory organs, therefore helping men to get over sexual impotency.

3. Sexual Impotence treatment using Carrot

Carrots are considered very valuable to cure impotency. For better results, about 150 gm of carrots, chopped finely, should be taken with a half-boiled egg, dipped in a tablespoon of honey, once daily for a month or two. This combination increases sexual stamina.

4. Sexual Impotence treatment using Lady’s Fingers

Lady’s Finger serves as another tonic to cure impotence. According to Ayurveda, persons who take five to ten grams of the root powder of this vegetable with a glass of milk and two teaspoons of ground mishri (rock sugar/rock candy) daily, will never lose sexual vigor.

5. Sexual Impotence treatment using Asparagus

Dried roots of Asparagus are highly recommended for impotence by Unani medicine. Fifteen grams of these roots boiled in one cup of milk should be taken twice daily.

6. Sexual Impotence treatment using Drumstick

A soup made with about fifteen grams of drumstick flowers boiled in 250 ml milk is very useful as a sexual tonic. It is also useful in functional barrenness in both men and women. The powder of the dry bark of drumstick tree (Horseradish tree) is also a valuable cure for impotence, premature ejaculation, and thinness of semen. Thirty grams of this powder, mixed with a tablespoon of honey, should be taken three times daily for a month.

7. Sexual Impotence treatment using Ginger

Half a teaspoon of ginger juice should be taken with a half-boiled egg and honey, once daily at night, for a month.

8. Sexual Impotence treatment using Dried Dates

Dried dates are a highly-strengthening food. Pounded and mixed with almonds, pistachio nuts, and quince seeds in equal quantities, about 100 gm should be taken daily as an effective medicine for increasing sexual power.

9. Sexual Impotence treatment using Raisins

Black raisins are useful for restoration of sexual vigor. They should be boiled with milk after being washed thoroughly in lukewarm water. This will make them puffed and sweet. Intake of this milk three times a day will surely be fruitful for impotency problems.

10. Fresh Fruit diet followed by a well-balanced diet

Adopt an exclusive fresh fruit diet for seven days. Take fresh juicy fruits three times a day with a gap of five hours. After the exclusive seven day treatment go for a well-balanced diet consisting of seeds, nuts, grains, vegetables , fruits, whey, sour milk- particularly goat’s mailk, millet , garlic , honey, cold-pressed vegetable oils, and brewer’s yeast.

11. Things to avoid

Avoid Alcohol, Smoking, Tea, Coffee, and processed, canned, refined and denatured foods, especially white sugar and white flour, and products made from them.

12. Body Massage

A vigorous body massage proves highly beneficial in the treatment of impotence, as it helps to revive muscular vigor and mental peace.

13. Cold hip bath

The nerves of the genital organs are controlled by the pelvic region. Hence a cold hip bath for ten minutes in the morning or evening is very effective .

14. Fresh air, outdoor exercises and Yogasanas

Every effort should be made to build up the general health level to the highest degree. Therefore go for fresh air and outdoor exercises. Ardently follow Yoga. Dhanurasana, sarvangasana, and halasana in Yogasanas are highly beneficial

Sexual Impotence, if not cared for, might make your life very imbalanced- both mentally and physically. Every step should be taken to follow a healthy lifestyle to avoid such situations. If necessary, medical or psychiatric assistance should be sought to cure impotence.

Alternate Therapy for Sexual Impotence (Part 1)

admin — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 06:42:37 +0000

Primary instincts of life not just include hunger and sleep but also sex. There is no denial about it and there is absolutely nothing in not being upfront about it. While sex gives utmost satisfaction, inability to have a healthy sex life might lead not only to be an indicator of some physical disorder but also to a disturbed mental state.

Sexual activity demands a relaxed state of mind and complete concentration. But when tension takes over often this activity is dampened beyond repair. Sexual dysfunction is a crucial problem found commonly in case of men more than in women and it might take the form of impotence. If taken care at the initial stages sexual impotence can be dealt with healthy lifestyle.

Definition of Sexual Impotence:

“Impotence is the inability to maintain an erection of the penis for satisfactory sexual intercourse regardless of the status of ejaculation.”

Causes of Sexual Impotence:

• Diabetes
• Depression
• Alcoholism
• Tiredness
• Therapeutic use of Oestrogens
• Paralysis of parasympathetic nerves by drugs

Experts say, “Other causes of impotence include a devitalized condition of the system in general. The main problem of secondary impotence is the apprehension created by an earlier failure, which generates a good deal of anxiety for the next time. Impotence takes three forms. There is primary impotence when the man’s erectile dysfunction is there from the very beginning of sexual activity and he simply cannot have an erection. Secondary impotence is the commonest and this implies that the man can normally attain an erection but fails on one or more occasions in between normal activity. The third form is associated with advancing age.”

How To Improve Your Marriage …

admin — Sat, 13 Jan 2007 09:21:00 +0000

Frequent problems in a marriage may lead to stress and depression in couples, leading to ill health. Here are some simple tips to improve your marriage, without much effort:

1. Chore therapy: Helping your wife in the kitchen and with the washing can improve your marriage and sex life. It has been found that men who perform the most chores appear extremely sexually attractive to their wives and have good relationships. What more, it also teaches your children good values and the importance of helping and caring for each other. The wives feel more loved and this increases their interest in sex.

2. Seal with a kiss. According to studies, kissing your partner goodbye in the morning and night, improves your marriage in some days. You can make a huge difference to your relationship with simple gestures like this.

3. Don’t take your problems to bed: Forget your tiffs and problems before going to bed each night. Look beyond your differences and communicate with your partner. Sharing your happiness and problems can give you marital bliss and a great comfort level in bed.

Also read: Divorce Is Bad For Your Health .

How To Deal With Low-Back Pain …

admin — Fri, 05 Jan 2007 07:35:30 +0000

If you often suffer from lower back pain, you may need to strengthen your back and abdominal muscles. There are some exercises that can help reduce your low-back pain and protect against future back pain. Here are 5 simple easy-to-do steps to keep low-back pain at bay:

1. Press Up: Lie on your stomach and push your upper body off the floor by straightening your elbows. Hold for about 5 seconds and let your back relax as you lower your torso. Repeat this for 5-8 times.

2. Bridge position (to strengthen lower back): Lie on your back with knees bent. Feel flat on the floor and keep your arms at sides. Tighten your abdominal and buttock muscles and slowly raise your hips, so that your body forms a bridge. Hold for about 5-10 seconds , then slowly lower your body. Repeat 5-8 times.

3. Straight leg raises (to strengthen abdominals): Lie on your back with one leg straight and one knee bent, by keeping your foot flat on the floor. Now tighten the abdominal muscles to stabilise lower back. Then slowly lift the straight leg for about 6 to 12 inches and hold for 5 seconds. Lower it slowly, repeat 5-10 times, and then switch legs.

4. Lumbar stretch: Lie on your back and clasp one hand under each knee. Then slowly pull both the knees towards chest, pressing your lower back into floor. Hold for 10 seconds, relax, and then repeat.

5. Wall squat (to strengthen back, hip and thigh muscles): Flatten your back against a wall and squat until your upper legs are at a 45 degree angle to the wall (as if sitting in air). Hold for 1 minute while tightening your abdominal and buttock muscles and keeping knees aligned over feet. Then slowly return to the standing position. Repeat several times.

Apart from these exercises, you need to take good rest. Walking, cycling and swimming (but not the butterfly and breast stroke, which can put excessive strain on the lower back) are also good for the back.

How To Avoid Infections And Stay Healthy At Gyms

admin — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 09:52:50 +0000

Gyms are supposed to make you fit and healthier, but if you are not careful, you could soon acquire an infection. Gyms are breeding grounds for fungi, bacteria, protozoa and other viruses that thrive in warm, moist places, such as hot tubs, shower stalls, pools, sweaty clothes and shared gym equipment or towels.

Reduce your risk of infections with the following safety tips:

1. Make sure that all equipment is clean and dry and the staff provides bactericidal spray to clean the equipment. Wipe the machines with these disinfectant sprays before and after use.

2. Wipe weights before and after use.

3. Make sure that the air is properly ventilated in your gym.

4. Keep your hands clean at all times. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap before and after exercise.

5. Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose, ears, and mouth after touching weights and machine hand rais, until you wash with soap.

6. Take 3 towels with you. Place one on machines and benches before you sit down to protect yourself from fungi, that can cause jock itch. Use the second one to wipe away your sweat and the third for covering the gym mat (if you don’t have your own mat).

7. Do not share personal items such as towels, flipflops etc.

8. Always wear flip-flops (sandals) because fungi and bacteria thrive in damp shower stalls and can cause athlete’s foot, staph and painful plantar warts. Never go barefoot in the locker room, shower or sauna.

9. Use your own mat or cover the one with a clean towel. Otherwise, you can get contact dermatotis, a bothersome allergic reaction.

10. Change your sweaty shorts as soon as possible. You can develop a yeast or bacterial infection by leaving them on. If you have any work post-exercise and can’t shower right away, change into dry underwear and shorts, then wash up and dry thoroughly at the first opportunity.

11. Sit on a clean towel in the sauna to avoid contact with the seat. Use a towel to sit in the locker room too.

12. Bandage any part of your skin that has cuts or abrasions before workout.

13. Wash and dry your feet thoroughly after a workout.

14. If you wear socks, use synthetic ones.

15.Use antifungal powder in your shoes.

16. Change your socks often, as sweaty socks are breeding grounds for fungi.

17. Change out of your gym shoes after exercising and wash them in hot water.

18. Avoid exercising at the gym when you are sick. Also avoid working out near people who are suffering from cold, flu or any other infection.

Also read: Staph SuperBug Rising In Athletes and Home remedies for Athlete’s Foot .

Moderate Drinking Can Benefit Men With High Blood Pressure

admin — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 05:56:48 +0000

People with high blood pressure are usually advised to avoid alcohol, but a recent research by U.S. and Dutch researchers proved that a drink or two every day may actually reduce their chances of a heart attack.

The study conducted on 11,000 men showed that small to moderate amounts of alcohol can lower the risk of a heart disease, by increasing the levels of good cholesterol, and by making blood less likely to clot.

But heavy drinking raises the risk of early death even overall, and even from heart disease. Heavy drinkers in general have a bigger risk of high blood pressure, but moderate drinkers may be healthier.

Men are advised not to overindulge or have more than 2 drinks per day. Excess alcohol intake increases blood pressure and chances of a heart disease.

Weight Loss May Lower Prostrate Cancer Risk In Men

admin — Sat, 30 Dec 2006 05:50:50 +0000

Here’s another reason for men to lose weight this holiday season: A new study found that losing weight reduces the risk of aggressive prostate cancer.

The study conducted on nearly 70,00 men found that men who lost more than 11 pounds had a lower risk of aggressive prostate cancer than men whose weight remained the same. This study also indicates that weight loss can decrease the risk of severe prostrate cancer.

Men should avoid putting on extra weight as they get older, and if they are already overweight, it’s high time that they lose some pounds.

Apart from skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer for men, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths for U.S. men. About 1 in every 6 men gets affected with prostrate cancer during his lifetime.

So hit the gym and lose the flab !!!

Circumcision Can Cut The Risk Of HIV

admin — Thu, 14 Dec 2006 05:39:23 +0000

A recent study shows that circumcising adult men may reduce their risk of contracting AIDS from heterosexual sex by half, the U.S. government announced Wednesday, as it shut down two studies in Africa testing the link.

The announcement was made by the National Institutes of Health as they conducted 2 clinical trials, in Kenya and Uganda. The success of these trials confirmed that circumcision in fact helps to protect against HIV.

AIDS expert Dr. Anthony Fauci, of the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases said, “Male circumcision can lower both an individual’s risk of infection, and hopefully the rate of HIV spread through the community”.

But he said that it is not the perfect protection. Men who get circumcised must not quit using condoms nor take other risks, and moveover circumcision may offer no protection from HIV acquired through anal sex or injection drug use. And you should remember that Circumcision is not a magic bullet, but a potentially important protection. Therefore circumcision should be used with other preventive methods.

Uncircumcised men are more susceptible to HIV because the underside of their foreskin is rich in Langerhans cells and sentinel cells of the immune system, that attach easily to the human immunodeficiency virus, which causes AIDS. And often the foreskin also suffers small tears during intercourse.