Men’s Health
Nitrates from Water May Raise Prostate Cancer Risk
Nitrates from tap and bottled water may play a role in prostate cancer, says a new study in Environmental Health Perspectives. Spanish researchers studied men with and without prostate cancer to determine the connection between waterborne nitrates and prostate cancer odds. Nitrates contaminate certain water supplies via agricultural fertilizers andRead
Ashwagandha Shown to Boost Testosterone
In Ayurveda, ashwagandha is extremely popular for promoting youthful energy, longevity, and overall well-being, especially in men. In Sanskrit, ashwagandha is loosely translated to “like a horse,” which underscores the herb’s strength- and stamina-building powers. According to a new study in Health Science Reports, ashwagandha root extract (KSM-66) was shownRead
Diet Rich in Almonds, Hazelnuts and Walnuts Alters Sperm DNA Methylation in Men
Many environmental and lifestyle factors have been implicated in the decline of sperm quality, with diet being one of the most plausible factors identified in recent years. A recent epidemiology study showed a 50% decline in human sperm numbers and quality in the last 50 years. Moreover, several studies haveRead
Cancer and Nutrition Study Series Reveals Diet and Nutrients for Prostate Heath
In North America alone, it is estimated that 224,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2020, according the US and Canadian Cancer Societies estimates. Among other risk factors, more and more studies point to diet as a major factor in the development of prostate cancer, as it isRead
Pulsed Electromagenetic Field for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Physicians from Sapienza University in Rome have published promising results of a small prospective interventional trial using noninvasive pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) to treat men suffering from benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). After one month of treatment, prostate volume and symptoms significantly decreased. Men with moderate-severe lower urinary tract symptomsRead
Polyphenols in Pycnogenol Improve Erectile Function and Lipid Profile
New research shows promising results for those dealing with erectile function and diabetes. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, erectile dysfunction (ED) affects up to 30 million men in the U.S.[1], and approximately 1 in 4 new cases of ED occur in men under the age ofRead
Alcohol Consumption Prior to Conception Raises Congenital Heart Disease Risk
Aspiring parents should both avoid alcohol consumption prior to conception to protect against congenital heart defects for both their baby and parents, according to research published today in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). Alcohol consumption three months before pregnancy orRead
THC in Cannabis May Alter DNA Methylation Pathway and Affect Sperm Integrity
As legal access to cannabis continues expanding across the U.S., more scientists are studying the effects of its active ingredient, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), in teens, adults and pregnant women. New research from Duke Health suggests men in their child-bearing years should also consider how THC could impact their sperm and possibly theRead
Pine-Bark Extract for Benign-prostate Hypertrophy in Men & Dysmenorrhea for Women
New science continues to show that pine-bark extract is a valuable dietary supplement for men and women’s health. A new study shows that pine-bark extract (brand Pycnogenol®) is beneficial for men with benign-prostate hypertrophy. We also include an earlier study showing that the pine-bark extract can reduce symptoms from dysmenorrheaRead
Dr. Geo Espinosa: Vitamin D for Longevity and Reducing Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
This recent study, published in the British Journal of Urology, shows low vitamin D levels are associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men, especially during the winter. The following is an excerpt of a blog on the subject by contributor, Geo Espinosa, ND. STUDY DETAILS 457 patients participated in aRead
