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Marijuana and Sex Drive

A recent review of the medical literature shows that men who use marijuana (cannabis) may experience sexual dysfunction associated with this habit. The study was recently published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine and offers some eye-opening information about marijuana use and sex drive. Read more about the effects of marijuana on sex drive


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Does Pomegranate Reduce PSA Levels?

A new study shows that most men with prostate cancer who took pomegranate extract daily for 6 to 18 months experienced a slowing of their prostate-specific antigen (PSA) doubling time by more than 6 months. The phase II, double-blind study also revealed that 13 percent of the men evaluated had declining PSA values. However, about… Continue Reading »


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Is Coffee Good for Men’s Health?

Is coffee a beverage that is good for men’s health, or is it harmful? When it comes to prostate health, coffee and the caffeine and other components it contains can be troublesome for men who have BPH, but if your concern is prostate cancer, coffee and caffeine appear to be safe for now, according to… Continue Reading »


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Can Doctors “Prevent” Disease?

There’s no question Americans need to stop smoking, eat less junk food and get more exercise. But can physicians — many of whom have little training in nutrition or exercise coaching — succeed in changing patient behaviors? And on top of that, can the current “business of medicine” support the additional time and attention needed… Continue Reading »


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Dr. Geo’s Prostate Cancer Health Retreat in May is Limited to 20 Participants. Sign Up Today!

Prostate cancer (CaP) is a life-threatening, lifelong condition that requires a lifelong commitment to manage and overcome. Improving your chances to beat this disease involves a team effort between you and your urologist. You must be an active participant in your own health. What you need are the tools, techniques and expert information to apply… Continue Reading »


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Vitamin E – The Good and The Bad for Prostate Health

Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant whose main tasks are to fight free radical production and activity and to help with immune system functioning, cell signaling, and metabolism. The form of vitamin E used in most studies and found in most supplements is alpha-tocopherol. However, recent research has shown that gamma-tocopherol may help fight prostate… Continue Reading »


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Chondroitin and Prostate Cancer

Chondroitin is a major constituent of cartilage, which provides structure, holds onto water and nutrients, and otherwise helps keep the cartilage healthy. In people who have osteoarthritis, the body loses chondroitin as the cartilage erodes, thus some individuals take chondroitin sulfate supplements to relieve symptoms of the disease and possibly slow its progression. A few… Continue Reading »


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Prostate Cancer Tumor Size Linked to Body Weight

In men who have prostate cancer, the size of their tumor has a direct correlation to their body weight, according to a study conducted by researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. After evaluating 3,327 men who had had their prostate glands removed via robotic prostatectomy, the investigators reported that men who have the highest body mass… Continue Reading »


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Cancer Causing Food Additives to Avoid

While the FDA may think some of these additives are safe, known carcinogens are still being allowed to be used in the manufacture of foods and drinks. These are additives you should subtract from your diet immediately. Acesulfame-K: This artificial sweetener is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. Since 1998, the FDA has allowed this… Continue Reading »


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The Prostate Test: A Laughing Matter Until It’s No Laughing Matter

You’ve probably heard jokes or perhaps even told a few about getting a prostate test or going for a prostate cancer screening. But considering that one in six men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, getting a prostate test is no laughing matter. Let’s face it: people poke fun at the… Continue Reading »


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