A Dad Bod isn’t a Bad Bod
2015 is the year of the Dad Bod. Ever since student Mackenzie Pearson popularised the term in the essay ‘Why Girls Love the Dad Bod’ the internet has creaked under the weight of tributes to this unlikely craze. Instagram, Tumblr and Twitter have gone Dad Bod crazy! Here we examine the Dad Bod and what […]
Mediterranean Cod and Veg
Seafood is a great choice of protein when you’re trying to eat healthier. This simple fish dishes is pack full of delicious flavours, striking colour, and essential nutrients.
What is dementia?
It affects nearly a million people in the UK. But exactly what is dementia? Firstly, dementia is not actually a disease itself. Rather dementia is a collection of symptoms that result from degenerate brain cells and/or damage in the brain. The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, although a number of other conditions […]
Erectile Dysfunction on TV
Most men will experience erectile dysfunction at some point in their lives. So it’s strange that when discussed in public or on the TV, impotence is treated like an extremely rare and comical condition. Several prominent TV shows have featured episodes or storylines examining the erectile problems of their male characters. Some portrayals are serious, […]
Erectile Dysfunction in Film
Erectile dysfunction affects millions of men worldwide and, indeed, most men will experience some form of ED during their lifetime. Despite its prevalence, it is still treated as a taboo subject which most men do not wish to approach. However, erectile dysfunction has received some important screentime which has helped to raise its profile and […]
Signs of Depression
Clinical depression is an illness that affects millions of people – yet is often difficult to diagnose and treat. Many people who experience depression are reluctant to admit to it, seeing the illness as a symbol of weakness or something that will pass. Acting upon the signs of depression is a vitally important step. The distinction […]
Is Man Flu Real?
Although not a recognised medical condition, ‘Man Flu’ occurs when a man experiences flu-like symptoms of variable severity. Those immune from Man Flu – predominantly women, but also men of strong constitution – often cast doubt on the condition’s validity. The ‘doubters’ claim Man Flu is merely an exaggerated common cold or entirely psychosomatic. So, […]
Male Infertility
One in seven couples experience difficulty conceiving – about 3.5 million people in the UK. In a significant number of such cases the infertility is related to the man. Around one in three cases of infertility is due to the man alone, while 50% of infertility cases involve the man in some regard.There are many […]
Viagra: Facts and Myths
Viagra is possibly the most famous prescription medicine in the world. The little blue pill has helped millions of men around the world overcome their erectile dysfunction. But like any celebrity, over the years a number of myths have become attached to Viagra. To help you know your Viagra facts, we separate the truth from the […]
What is High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is a potentially serious condition that can lead to heart problems, kidney disease, and stroke, among others. One in three adults in the UK has high blood pressure. However, it usually has no symptoms, meaning high blood pressure often goes undiagnosed. Blood pressure tests are very quick and […]