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Geek Chic - Etro Men's Spring 2010 Collection

  Need a gift idea?  Look at these ...Geek Chic is at its' best in Etro's Men's Spring 2010 Collection. Geek chic appears in men's fashion from time to time. It is a blend of classic "geeky" looks and high fashion. These stereotypical looks - like the bow tie or glasses- are updated and become fresh, trendy, and current. We love the look. Now granted it is not something that you can wear everyday, or even exactly as shown in Etro's collection, but there are elements of the look that one can easily apply to their wardrobe.

The latter half of the Spring collection (not shown) has a decidedly more casual feel. With vibrant florals and flowing colors, it looks as though it came straight from a day at the beach, albeit a fashionable beach. So embrace your inner geek and check out the rest of Etro's Spring 2010 collection. You may even find a few ideas to incorporate in your wardrobe.

Why Men Face the Problem of Low Sperm Count

A healthy sperm count is what every man desires to have. But in reality, around 15% of the men worldwide face the problem of low sperm count. These men are often termed as infertile as they fail to produce offspring. You can never know from the way they look that they are infertile, as many healthy men suffer from this problem.

Many times low levels of testosterone has been linked to low sperm count, but many studies has proved this belief to be false. But, still this subject is under the debate. You may be healthy and going to gymnasium daily, but this doesn’t mean that your sperm count is good. The entire lifestyle is noted to affect the sperm count of a person, not a single factor can determine sperm production.

Sperm count is a factor of self-respect for men. If they don’t produce sperm, then they feel that they are no longer men. This is where the whole problem gets serious. Some men even try to commit suicide due to this problem. As I stated before low sperm count in men can be caused by living an unhealthy lifestyle. You need to include a good amount of protein in your daily diet to boost the production of sperm. The best way would be to follow a balanced diet regime as it will surely benefit your overall health as well as provide a good impact on sperm production. Remember that an unhealthy eating habit like eating too many fats and carbohydrates reduces the sperm production, so just try to limit these types of food.

The problem of the low sperm count is also being linked to tight clothing. Men have a tendency to wear very tight clothes and tight clothes put a lot of pressure on the testis, thus reducing sperm production. Tight clothing cause higher temperatures in the groin area which has been reported to reduce sperm production. To allow for healthy sperm wear lose clothing that will allow air to flow in naturally improving the production of the sperm.

The sperm production can be affected due to any physical injury to the testis. Diabetes is another reason for the low sperm count in men. It has been noted that diabetic patients often face the problem of low sperm count because the excessive amount of sugars which disrupt the production of sperm.

Smoking is one of the main causes of reduction in the sperm count. The carcinogenic substances from the smoke reverses sperm production and also may damage mature sperm. Excessive weight gain or obesity could also cause low sperm count. Obese men have the too much fat and carbohydrates in their body that ultimately put the impact on the sperm production in comparison to that of men with normal weight.

Mayo Clinic also states the following causes:
Although in many cases the exact cause isn't always clear, possible reasons for low sperm count include:

• Varicocele. This is a swollen vein inside the scrotum that can affect sperm production. This common cause of male infertility can be repaired with minor surgery.
• Damaged sperm ducts. Inherited conditions, infections, surgeries or injuries can damage the delicate duct system that carries sperm from the testicles into the penis.
• Anti-sperm antibodies. Men who have anti-sperm antibodies have an immune system response that attacks their own sperm. Common in men who have had a vasectomy reversal, this condition can also be caused by other problems such as an injury or infection. 
• Problems with sperm production. These issues can be caused by a genetic (inherited) condition such as Klinefelter's syndrome or a hormonal disorder such as a health problem that affects the pituitary gland in your brain. If you have an inherited condition, you're more likely to have complete lack of sperm in your semen (azoospermia).

Factors that increase your risk of low sperm count include:

• Genetic or hormonal problems. Certain health conditions affect sperm production, such as Klinefelter's syndrome or a problem with hormone production.
• Substance abuse. Sperm count can be reduced by use of illegal drugs such as cocaine or marijuana.
• Smoking. Smoking cigarettes affects sperm production. Secondhand smoke may also lower sperm count.
• Being overweight. Being obese has been shown to cause hormonal changes that affect sperm production.
• Exposure to environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation therapy, certain chemicals, heat and some medications can temporarily reduce sperm production.
• Cancer treatment. Radiation treatment and chemotherapy can hamper sperm production.
• Certain surgeries or injuries. Surgeries or injuries that affect the testicles or glands that produce hormones can affect sperm production.

Taking care of yourself can help increase the number of healthy sperm in your semen.

• Frequency of ejaculation. It's important to have sex on a regular basis around the time of ovulation, when your partner can get pregnant. But ejaculating more than a few times a week can reduce the number of sperm present in your semen.
• Avoid the heat. High body temperatures have been shown to decrease sperm production. Avoid hot tubs, saunas and exposure to hot weather. Tight fitting shorts or prolonged laptop computer use also may increase the temperature of your testicles, decreasing sperm production.
• Make healthy lifestyle choices. Staying at a healthy weight and avoiding tobacco, excessive drinking and illegal drugs can all help reduce the risk of low sperm count.
• Vitamins C and E are crucial to it.
• Take natural supplements that are known to be important for sperm production, such as Zinc and Selenium.
• Consider taking amino acids L-Arginine and L-Carnitine, which are important for semen volume and sperm motility.

Sperm Gene May Cause Men’s Longevity Disadvantage

(HealthDay News) — Sperm genes may affect life span in humans and other mammals and could help explain why females tend to live longer than males, Japanese scientists say.

The researchers found that mice created using two female genomes — bi-maternal mice — lived an average of 186 days longer than mice created from the normal combination of a male and female genome. The normal life span of the mice used in the study is 600 to 700 days, which means the bi-maternal mice lived about one-third longer than normal.


The difference in life span may be caused by a gene on chromosome 9 associated with post-natal growth, the researchers explained in their report, which is published in the Dec. 2 online edition of the journal Human Reproduction.

“We believe that the most likely reason for the differences in longevity relates to the repression of a gene called Rasgrf1 in the bi-maternal mice. This gene normally expresses from the paternally inherited chromosome and is an imprinted gene on chromosome 9 associated with post-natal growth,” study author Tomohiro Kono, of the department of bioscience at Tokyo University of Agriculture, explained in a news release from the journal’s publisher.

“Thus far, it’s not clear whether Rasgrf1 is definitively associated with mouse longevity, but it is one of the strong candidates for a responsible gene,” Kono added.

“We have known for some time that women tend to live longer than men in almost all countries worldwide, and that these sex-related differences in longevity also occur in many other mammalian species. However, the reason for this difference was unclear and, in particular, it was not known whether longevity in mammals was controlled by the genome composition of only one or both parents,” Kono stated in the news release.

“The study may give an answer to the fundamental questions: that is, whether longevity in mammals is controlled by the genome composition of only one or both parents, and just maybe, why women are at an advantage over men with regard to the life span,” Kono concluded.

Stare at Boobs for Longer Life - No Problem

by Neharika Sabharwal - December 6, 2009

Frankfurt, Germany, December 6 -- A rather bizarre study carried out by German researchers suggests that staring at women's breasts is good for men's health and increases their life expectancy.

According to Dr. Karen Weatherby, a gerontologist and author of the study, gawking at women’s breasts is a healthy practice, almost at par with an intense exercise regime, that prolongs the lifespan of a man by five years.

She added, "Just 10 minutes of staring at the charms of a well-endowed female, is roughly equivalent to a 30-minute aerobics work-out."

A five-year research on 500 men Researchers at three hospitals in Frankfurt, Germany did an in-depth analysis of 200 healthy males over a period of five years. Half the volunteers were instructed to ogle at the breasts of women daily, while the rest were told to refrain from doing so. At the close of the study, the researchers noted that the men who stared at the breasts of females on a regular basis exhibited lower blood pressure, slower resting pulse rates. and lesser episodes of coronary artery disease.

Sexual desire linked to better blood circulation The researchers declared that sexual desire gives rise to better blood circulation that signifies an overall improved health.

Weatherby explained the concept stating, "Sexual excitement gets the heart pumping and improves blood circulation. There's no question: Gazing at breasts makes men healthy.

"Our study indicates that engaging in this activity a few minutes daily cuts the risk of stroke and heart attack in half. We believe that by doing so consistently, the average man can extend his life four to five years."

In addition, she also recommended that men over 40 should gaze at larger breasts daily for 10 minutes. The German research is believed to be published in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Manscaping - 3 Ways to Remove Unwanted Hair

foxnews.com - But the birth of “metrosexuality” over the past decade has men striving for a “smoother” look, paving the way for a movement called “manscaping.”

Men have been going for facials, manicures and pedicures -- grooming procedures once limited to women. And one of the more recent trends involves the removal of unwanted hair, mostly on the chest and back.

Some men try shaving the unwanted hair off, but quickly tire of the daily requirements of shaving and soon head to the salon to seek out alternatives.

There are three approaches to hair removal that men can pursue:

— Waxing. This involves spreading hot wax across the area in which a person wants the hair removed. An aesthetician then begins removing the wax, and hair, by sticking muslin epilating strips to the wax and ripping them off in a quick motion. Warning: The first time can be painful, but the pain will lessen over time as the skin toughens to the process. Some men, especially those prone to acne, eczema and other skin conditions, may experience an allergic reaction to waxing, so it's best to start off with a small area to see how the skin responds.

Waxing is the cheapest of hair removal procedures, but it is not permanent and spa clients will have to undergo the procedure on a monthly basis -- if they want the hairless look year-round. Other men may opt to undergo the procedure only during the summer, when they are most likely to be shirtless.

— Laser Hair Removal. Intense pulsed light (IPL) laser hair removal is a permanent hair removal procedure, which uses heat to destroy the hair shaft or root of the hair. But not everyone is a good candidate for this procedure, Bernstein said. The best candidates have dark hair and light skin, because lasers have a harder time "picking up" light hair, and darker skin can be permanently discolored by the heat of the laser. Several treatments are required to permanently destroy the hair shaft.

“It usually takes four or five treatments and it will become thinner and lighter overtime,” said Bernstein. “Once the hair becomes lighter, it will become harder to remove. … But most men, unless they are professional weightlifters or something like that, are happy with 70-80 percent hair removal.”

The cost of laser hair removal also varies by region and state, as well as by the size of the area being worked on.

— Electrolysis. Electrolysis is a permanent, but tedious, hair removal process that involves inserting a needle into the hair shaft to destroy the hair using heat. In some cases, aestheticians use various chemicals to destroy the shaft. It’s a long process that can take several hours on a surface as large as a back, Bernstein said. Men will need several electrolysis procedures to achieve permanent hair removal, much like with laser hair removal.

Shocking treatment helps erectile dysfunction

Men's Health msnbc.msn.com - If you experience impotence, instead of a little blue pill maybe you want to apply shockwaves to your privates instead.

Experiments now suggest directing shockwaves at penises can help treat erectile dysfunction .

"We can really reverse erectile problems with this," researcher Yoram Vardi, head of the neuro-urology department at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel, told LiveScience.

"While patients with erectile dysfunction can function with Viagra or Cialis, this is not a cure — when they stop the medication, they cannot function," he added. "This is only a preliminary study, but here with shockwaves, we can do something biological for the problem — after treatments, these patients can function without the need for medication."

In animal studies, low-intensity shockwaves have been proven to trigger growth of new blood vessels from existing ones. Vardi and his colleagues therefore speculated that shockwave therapy could help men whose erectile dysfunction stems from reduced blood flow to their penises.

"Cardiovascular problems are responsible for approximately 80 percent of patients with erectile dysfunction, so that's a huge amount of patients," Vardi explained.

Volunteers shocked:

The researchers treated 20 volunteers with an average age of 56 years old who had mild or moderate erectile dysfunction for roughly three years.

At each session, a device that resembles a computer mouse applied shockwaves at five different sites on their penises.

"These are very, very low energy shock waves," Vardi said. Each shockwave applied roughly 100 bar of pressure — some 20 times the air pressure in a bottle of champagne, but less than the pressure exerted by a woman in stiletto heels who weighs 132 lbs. (60 kg).

"This sort of energy is completely different from what you would get in a massage, although everyone can do what they want," Vardi said.

Each site on the penis received some 300 shockwaves over the course of three minutes. The men underwent two weekly sessions for three weeks, and then repeated this course of therapy after three weeks of rest.

Significant improvement was seen in 15 of 20 men. "We didn't find any side effects, and it didn't hurt," Vardi noted.

Even if further studies bear out these results, this is not a cure for everyone, Vardi cautioned. The researchers chose men whose problems were apparently due to blood flow, as opposed to nerve, muscle or other issues.

Expanding tests
The researchers are now expanding their research with placebo groups and more patients.

"This is only the beginning — we need to understand much better what is happening," Vardi said. "We also want to see how long this response will stand — is it forever, one year, two years, six months? We know that at three months, it stays the same."

Vardi and his colleagues detailed their findings November 17 at the European Society for Sexual Medicine meeting in Lyon, France.

Men's Health Food for Fitness Chili Recipes

Food For Fitness

Nutritious Chili Recipes

One-Bowl Wonders

These new takes on traditional chili are power-packed and healthy

A pot of chili shouldn't be a graveyard for leftovers. The best bowls contain a carefully selected list of ingredients -- far beyond the traditional beef and beans -- that balance spice and flavor. To kick off national chili month, two of the nation's best chili chefs share their secrets.

Mean & Lean Turkey Chili
The Chef: Glenn Harris of The Smith, in New York City

The Recipe
5 Tbsp olive oil
1 white onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 turkey breasts, cubed
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp chipotle powder
2 Tbsp paprika
1 can (12 oz) stout beer
1 3/4 cup crushed tomatoes
1/2 lb sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated and sliced
4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 cups rinsed, uncooked brown rice
4 cups chicken stock
2 lb pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cubed
Salt and pepper
1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup chopped cilantro

1. Coat the bottom of a large stockpot with 3 Tbsp oil and heat it on medium-high. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until translucent. Add the turkey, oregano, cumin, chipotle powder, and paprika. Cook until the turkey browns. Add the beer, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, rice, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil. Then simmer for 40 minutes.

2. In a separate bowl, toss the pumpkin cubes with 2 Tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper, cocoa powder, and half of the chopped cilantro. Spread the cubes on a baking pan and bake them at 350°F for about 20 minutes.

3. Add the cooked pumpkin mixture to the chili pot with some salt and pepper and the remaining cilantro. Serves 4


Buffalo Chili
The Chef: Che Frey of Second Home Kitchen and Bar, in Denver
The Recipe
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 lb cubed buffalo chuck
5 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, diced
8 tomatillos, husked and chopped
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
2 cups beef stock
3 Tbsp chopped cilantro
1 Tbsp paprika
2 tsp crushed cumin seeds
1 cup cooked black beans
Salt and pepper

Coat a heavy skillet with the oil and heat it on medium-high. Cook the buffalo until it's brown. Add the jalapeños, onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook over medium until the onions turn translucent. Add the tomato sauce, beef stock, tomatillos, cilantro, paprika, and cumin. Boil. Then simmer for 1½ hours. Add beans. Season with salt and pepper. Serves 6


Build Your Own Burn
Prepackaged chili powders lack firepower. Craft a more flavorful version by selecting any combination of these five peppers. Cut each one in half, remove the seeds, and bake at 300°F for 5 to 10 minutes until crisp. Then pulverize them in a food processor.

	Ancho	Cayenne	Chipotle	Guajillo	New Mexico Red
KICK	Low	High	Medium-high	Medium-high	Medium
BODY	High	Low	Medium	Medium	Medium-high
BURN	Low	High	Medium-high	Medium-low	Medium

L-arginine, Ginseng and Ginkgo to Boost Male Libido and Testosterone

Low libido and erectile problems are not uncommon among men. In fact millions of men face these sexual problems as they get older and one the prime reasons behind such problems ins a decline in their testosterone levels.

However, if you want to enjoy a healthy libido and proper erectile function, the best remedy is natural products and cures which do not have side effects like prescribed drugs or medications.

Here are some natural cures to enhance male libido and testosterone:

L- Arginine

This is an amino acid that can do wonders for your erections and sexual potency. It tales significance since it plays a crucial role in the secretion of nitric oxide.

Nitric oxide is a chemical that is naturally secreted in the walls of the blood vessels that supply blood to the penis when you get sexually excited and it helps penis muscles relax so that more blood can flow into the erectile tissue and make your penis swell and attain a hard and firm erection.

The production of L-Arginine decreases with age and many experts believe this is responsible for many degenerative processes that are related to us simply getting older.

L-arginine stimulates the release of nitric oxide from the walls of blood vessels, helping them expand promoting healthy circulation and allowing sufficient blood to flow in and create an erection. The fact is if you don’t have enough nitric oxide realized you won’t get an erection.

Ginkgo Biloba & Ginseng

These two herbs not only help in increasing energy but also helps in decreasing stress which is a prominent passion killer. Moreover, they help in increasing blood circulation and the release of nitric oxide.

These two famous herbs are great in terms of increasing energy and decreasing stress (two known passion killers) as well as helping with healthy blood circulation and nitric oxide realize.

These herbs have been used for thousands of years in China to enhance male sexual function and libido.

There are many other natural herbs that can also increase blood flow and encourage nitric oxide secretion. Not only this, herbs such as tribulus terrestris and tongat ali can also boost testosterone production naturally.

Herbal Supplements

Now such herbs are being used to formulate highly potent supplements that not only increase blood flow but also enhance testosterone and male libido while ensuring hard and firm erections without any side effects.

Though there are many supplements for men, Provacyl is unique since it not only enhances testosterone and male libido but also stimulates growth hormone so that your body can get more HGH naturally. It is clinically approved, recommended by doctors, absolutely safe and devoid of side effects and has become a huge hit among men trying to overcome age effects.
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