Men’s Health/ Not Cool/ Libido

Men's Health:
Did you know that on average, men are less healthy and have a shorter life expectancy than women? In 1920 the life expectancy gender gap was only one year.  Today that difference is more than five years.

There's a reason Men's Health Week is observed each year in the week leading up to Father's Day, and it’s not just to remind men to get their annual physical.  As co-creator and former Congressman Bill  Richardson observed in 1994 when introducing the bill to Congress:

"Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue.
Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue."

According to the Men's Health Network, a national non-profit organization with a mission to reach men, boys and their families with health prevention tools, programs, and advocacy, men on average:

•Die younger -and in greater numbers-  of heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and many other diseases
•Don’t take care of themselves as well as women do
•Are more likely to engage in unhealthy behavior
•Don’t seek medical attention when they need it
•Are less likely than women to adopt preventative health measures
•Are less likely to have health insurance
•Are more likely to work in dangerous occupations

By bringing awareness to the scope of the issue, the Men’s Health Network aims to make noise about a predominantly silent crisis in the health and well-being of men.  And while the statistics are startling, they offer some practical advice on how men and their families can help close the gap.

•Eat a varied diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat foods
•Be especially careful to limit cholesterol intake and avoid saturated fats
•Moderate exercise for 30 minutes five times a week, or vigorous exercise for 20 minutes three times a week
•Protect yourself from the sun

Moderate exercise for 30 min

•Maintain a healthy weight
•Drink at least three 8-ounce glasses of water per day
•Limit alcohol
•Don’t smoke, and minimize your exposure to second-hand smoke
•Replace your dinners with green juices (veggies).
•See your knowledgeable doctor regularly
•Know your family history and discuss it with your doctor
•Visit Ayurveda ashrams once a while to learn all about healthy habits, food, and yoga.
•If you are over 40, get a baseline PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test and monitor this periodically with your doctor
•Manage your stress.
•Get help if you need it
This year, when you wear blue, remember we’re in the fight for men’s health awareness together!  To learn more about Men’s Health Week, get in-depth materials about prevention and screenings or to find an event near you, visit http://www.menshealthmonth.org/

NOT COOL:
Chasing after a man is not cool.
Interrupting someone to ask what they are doing is not cool.
Checking twitter feeds while on a date is not cool.
Talking loudly on your cell phone is not cool.
Eating with your mouth open is not cool.
Leaving the toilet seat up is not cool.
Smoking cigarettes is not cool.
Long nails on a boy are not cool.
Poor men are not cool.
Clothes that are, too tight/too short, are not cool.
Relaxing your hair is not cool anymore.
Cell phones that ring your favorite pop song are pop cool.
Calling a girl a whore is not cool.
Cheating on a good woman/ man is not only not cool, but it's also stupid.
Faking an accent is not cool.
Kissing and telling are not only not cool, but it's also shady.
Copying your friend's personal style is not cool.
Men making women split the bill is not cool.
Bad grammar is not cool.
Wearing too much makeup is not cool.
Not handling your alcohol is not cool.
Talking ill of your friends is not cool.
Wearing cheap perfume is not cool.
Wearing torn or wrinkled clothes is not cool.
Staying when he treats you like scum is not cool.
Dating a married man is not cool.
Clubbing on a Saturday night is not cool.
Bad breathe is not cool.
Young teen girls having sex is not cool.
Peeing in the pool is not cool.
Forwarded emails that say things like’ Forward this to 10 of your friends or bad shit will happen to you are not cool.
Young girls getting raped in Dandora is not only not cool, but it's also a painful reminder of being underprivileged in this country.

COOL:
Quiet, vibrating cell phones are cool.
Individuality is cool.
Playing hard to get is cool.
Sending her flowers to say sorry is cool.
Calm collected men are not only cool, but they are also cultured.
Knowing when to fold is cool.

Cooool !

Telling the people we love how much they mean to us is cool.
Walking with a woman and not in front of her is cool.
Intimate dinner over a bottle of bubbly on a Saturday night is cool.
Being faithful to one person is not only cool, it's sexy.
Waxing your bikini area is sexy.
A woman who knows her worth is cool.
Men who open doors and give up seats are cool.
Being polite is cool.
Well tailored suits are cool.
Women driving big masculine cars are cool.
Understated confidence and slight arrogance are cool.
Beautiful makeup-free faces are cool.
A man who can cook is cool.
A man who drinks whiskey on the rocks is cool and sexy.
A woman who prays is cool.
Smelling good and expensive is cool.
A classily dressed woman is cool and intriguing.
Genuine happiness is cool and refreshing.
A man who loves Jesus is not only cool, he's sexy.
Growing old with the man who loves you is cool and incredibly romantic.
A low husky voice is cool.
A girl who likes to read is cool.
Being best friends with the person you love is not only cool, but it's also beautiful.
Big fat booty on a pretty face is cool.
Living your life believing that all men are inherently good is cool.
Treating all people as you wish to be treated is cool.
Respecting old people is cool.
Meditating daily for few minutes is cool.
Learning self-sufficiency, Standing on your own two feet is cool.
Exercising or do something active outside is cool.
Practice compassion is cool.
Learning to cook simple, whole vegan food is cool.
Reading often is cool.
Learning something new, and Creating every day is cool.
Giving your own life the respect it deserves is the coolest of them all.

Five Manly Skills Every Self-Respecting Man Should Have:
A self-respecting man is one who can look at himself in the mirror and say, "I like what I see. I'm proud of who I am. I don’t need drugs, alcohol or violence to solve life's challenges. Whatever doesn't overcome or oppress me only makes me stronger. I don't have to earn a million dollars a year, and I don’t have to be the most popular person on the block. I'm comfortable with who I am." That being said, here are five skills every self-respecting man should cultivate and develop.

Situational Awareness
 It's a normal human ability to observe and be aware of one's surroundings. However, it's not just a trait that top secret operatives have developed beyond what you expect. Anyone can possess it. Being aware of your surroundings can keep you or your loved ones safe and out of harm's way. The trick is to practice, practice, and practice. Every time you enter a room check the situation and make an assessment. This doesn’t mean you are being paranoid, just aware.

The Ability to Cook
 Being able to cook can go a long way in helping a regular guy save money and save face when it comes to romantic dates. Let’s face it. You can’t depend on a drive-through all your life. Learn 2 or 3 simple dishes that you can entertain guests with and you will be sure to make a stir in the female community. Cooking is a life skill, and it’s viewed as a manly trait in more places than you can imagine.
 
Mechanical Skills
 Mechanical aptitude requires that a man knows his way around a toolbox. When your car breaks down on a highway or a lonely road, knowing how to repair what's under the hood can be a lifesaver. It’s totally understood that it might be necessary to leave the serious plumbing, electrical or carpentry work to the pros. Even if living in a condo or an apartment though, there will be basic repairs that you can tackle. Having basic handyman and mechanical skills can give you a boost in confidence and a greater sense of ownership. Being a self-respecting man also means knowing when a repair job is out of your hands. For times like this, you can always turn to the professionals at National Transmissions to help with automobile malfunctions.

Self Defense
 Defending yourself, a family member or someone you love will sooner or later become a necessity. It doesn’t matter how old or young you are; there will come a time when you’ll have to stand up to a bully. That bully can be a person, or it can be a situation in life. Sometimes the only way to resolve a situation is to face it head-on. Your self-esteem may depend on being able to defend yourself or others. Take a martial arts class or one that is dedicated specifically for self-defense.

Financial Skills
 If you can't handle your own finances, how can you be expected to handle someone else’s? Good financial skills mean paying bills on time, never overextending your credit, and saving money for a rainy day. If you weren’t taught these skill growing up then you might have to put forth a little effort in order to obtain them.

Women admire self-respecting men that can take care of themselves. In addition to exuding confidence, you will also be more self-reliant. You’re likely to find these same set of skills in many strong-willed women and they will expect the same of you. The world can be a tough place but with the right set of skills and confidence, you can make it a little easier by respecting yourself. Other people will have a reason to respect you as well.

6 things a successful women never say:
Reality check: Successful women choose their words wisely because they know words have power. Here, six statements you'll never ever hear them say:

"I don't know how!"
The bottom line is that the brightest women are the most resourceful. They might not know how to do something, especially if it is something new, but they figure it out. They observe others who do it, they ask questions and they research. Then they get it done! We can all figure out how to do something if we make it our business to learn.

"I don't have time."
We all have 24 hours in a day—you, me, and Oprah Winfrey. It's up to us to decide how we prioritize and spend these hours. To say you don't have time for something really means you don't want to do it. A much more productive way of communicating your timing needs is being direct. Try these: "I can take that project on but I will need [X amount of time] to complete it." "Right now my focus is on X and X, perhaps Sarah is better placed to take this on at this time?"

"Yes" (to everything)
It may seem contradictory but there is an art to saying no. We can't be all things to all people all the time. We cannot commit and attend every meeting, event, and conference that we are invited to. Saying no, kindly, is a successful woman's best friend. Thank the person for thinking of you but keep your plate manageable.

"I don't get paid enough for this."
Let's be honest, who really believes they get paid "enough" for what they do? That being said, smart women do not project a disgruntled attitude. They know that in the end, more money comes as a result of going the extra mile, not the other way around. This is a defeatist and destructive comment that you should never let a manager overhear!

"It's not fair."
You've probably heard time and time again that life's not fair. Successful women do not expect it to be. They use their power to drive change and focus on what they can do, not what a victim they are. You can bet that sometimes people will get promoted over you, your boss will take credit for your work, and male counterparts will have higher pay. Successful women decide what they will stand for and waste no time complaining.

"I never take a vacation."
This is like a badge of honor in New York City. It's nuts! Sorry but the joke's on you, Miss I-work-52-weeks-a-year. Have you ever noticed how company CEOs and executives always take vacation days? Successful women make their personal time a priority and know the importance of recharging. It's crucial to our sanity, stamina, and creativity. A burnt out and fatigued colleague or leader is last on our list when we think about success and what it really means.

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Natural Ways To Increase Sex Drive (LIBIDO):
The sex drive, also called "libido," begins around the onset of puberty. Whether you are a man or a woman, you may be interested in learning both short and long-term methods to increase and enhance the interest and pleasure you and your partner take in sex. You may also be seeking advice on how to regain lost interest in sex, or recover you ability to sexually perform. Lack of interest in sex causes due to aging, injury, stress, diseases, diabetes, depression, heart diseases, the use of drugs and side effects from medications. There are ways to boost your sex drive by taking a natural approach. Here's a short guide on how.

Step.1
Get some exercise. Exercise has a number of benefits to the body. It can help you lose weight, improve your muscle tone, promote testosterone release, elevate your mood and it improve your self-image. In addition, exercise helps to increase the circulation to your sexual organs.

Step.2
Do some relaxation exercises. If your lack of sex drive is due to stress, then partake in some calming activities to reduce it. Some examples include yoga, Tai-chi, Pilates, meditative breathing and enjoying nature. *Do Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic area.

Step.3
Try some herbal remedies. There are various herbal formulations that can be used to increase sex drive, treat impotence and cause more sexual excitement. Some of this food include blueberries, bananas, apples, walnuts, green tea, asparagus, beetroots, carrots, dates, ginger, honey, eggs, drumsticks, Yohimbe, ginkgo biloba, dong quai, Siberian ginseng, and maca.

Step.4
Be experimental with your sexual practices. Boredom can often result in a loss of sex drive. Try some new things like having sex in remote locations or using some toys. This can create interest and give you an element of interest that might have been missing.

Massage techniques can do wonders for sexual arousal particularly if you're stressed, worried or angry. Prepare the room with soft lighting and soothing music then start with a back massage.

Step.5
Consider the under-appreciated psychological component of sex drive. Sexual desire can often be triggered, or dampened, by environmental stimuli.

Avoid ruining the mood:
Remove the following types of items from your bedroom.
Photos of your parents or children (which people sometimes feel are "staring" at them). The same goes for pets who like to hang out on or by your bed. Stacks of papers, books, and work-related files (and clutter more generally).

Help to set up the mood:
Select lighting that can be dimmed or light candles. A soft, low-watt, full-spectrum bulb provides the most favorable lighting. Let some fresh air into your room and use incense, essential oils, or lightly scented candles to create pleasant smells (go for subtle smells - spraying cologne or perfume into the air can sometimes be too intense and overpowering).

Step.6
Yoga (Pranayama) does more than just get you limber—it may boost your libido, too, suggests a review published in the Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy. Getting your om on makes you more familiar with your body, which in turn can help you get more in touch with your sexuality.
While the report looked predominantly at women with sexual problems, "certainly anyone can benefit," says Lori Brotto, Ph.D., the lead author. Bonus: Yoga may also improve your orgasms by increasing blood flow down there.

Step.7
Boost your libido with some foods. Sometimes you need not look any further than the refrigerator or cupboards to boost your sex drive. Some foods that can help increase your sex drive include oysters, bananas, figs, drumsticks, spring onions, asparagus, beetroots, carrots, dates, berries, goji berries, watermelons, pomegranate, oranges, apples, ginger, garlic, spinach, broccoli, egg whites, avocados, almonds, walnuts, ashwagandha, onions, green chilies, and celery. These foods release sexual hormones, they help with impotence and they also improve stamina.

*Vitamin D plays a major role in sexual drive and moods. Get more sunshine, if there any vitamin D deficiency, take the supplements in the morning after having breakfast for better results. Zinc and B complex vitamins are equally important.

Step.8
Throw away the cigarettes. Smoking is already known for its damaging effects on the lungs, but it can also decrease your sex drive as well. When you smoke, oxygen that is required for blood circulation is being depleted. This lack of circulation affects all areas of the body including the sexual organs.

Step.9
A glass of wine can lubricate a nervous first-date situation. By reducing anxiety and stress one small drink can help get you in the mood for sex. But beware, alcohol is a depressant, too much booze and you can end up with quite the opposite problem.



Home remedy ancient secret for strong sexual life and longevity by Dr Naram:
1) Make paste in small balls with below ingredients, and take once in the AM and PM.

• 1 tsp Pure Kaucha Powder
• 1/4 Ashwagandha powder
• 1/2 tsp Gokhru powder
• 1/2 tsp Amla powder
• 2 pinches Saffron (Kesar)
• 2 pinches Cinnamon (Dalchini)
• 1/8 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Ghee
• 4 to 6 pinches of Nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp poppy seed
• Dates
• Sesame seeds
• Cardamom (Elaichi)
• Almonds, Walnuts, Pistachio, Figs, Apricot

2) Drink daily white Pumpkin juice, plus 1 tsp Pure Kaucha Powder, 1 tsp Ashwagandha powder and 1 tsp Gokhru powder:
                         ...Increases potential
                         ...Increases Stamina
                         ...Reduces Acidity
                         ...Reduces Heat
                         ...Resolves Sexual Dysfunction
                         ...Resolves Erectile Dysfunction

3) On empty stomach eat daily fresh Hibiscus/Mandara flowers up to 3 to 4 nos, then drink one glass of pure warm water. This resolves your sexual dysfunction and will improve your potential and increases stamina.


*Important Note:
a) Avoid eating junk food like refined flours, deep fried, processed food, fermented food, red meat, etc. all these create more heat in the body, and takes more time to digest.
b) Avoid wearing tight undergarments.
c) Avoid sitting for long.
d) Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol
e) Avoid keeping mobile phones in your trouser/pant pockets, otherwise, it damages the testicles.
f) Avoid obesity

4) Take daily Amla powder mixed with warm water.

5) Tips by Ramdev Baba:

1. Take Dates (khajur) 3-5 pieces + Cardamom with almond milk or Ghee filled in khajur early in the morning and evening.
2. Take Palm Jaggery with milk once a day.
3. Take spring onions with almond milk + Kesar (saffron)
4. Do Kapalbhati & Vajrasana yoga daily for 5 minutes in the AM and PM.
5. Foods that can help increase your sexual drive are oysters, bananas, figs, drumsticks, moringa powder, asparagus, beetroots, cabbage, broccolli, carrots, guava, apples, berries, cherries, goji berries, papaya, watermelons, pomegranate, dates, pumpkin seeds, ginger, ashwagandha, cardamom, cinnamon, saffron, egg whites, sprouts, avocados, almonds, walnuts, onions, green chilies, celery, celery roots .

(Note:  Key point to finish your healthy light dinner by 6 PM ..  only fruits, soaked nuts, few raw veggies from above list.. remember no-cooked, no-sugary, no-oily foods .. follow this healthy diet daily (Mon - Sat) to see positive results within a month).

6) Onion and its seeds are known to help in erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and male infertility. It helps to increase libido, quality, and quantity of semen.

7) Doing asanas like Supta Baddha Konasana, Virabhadrasana , Vrikshasana, Mukha Svanasana, Chaturanga Dandasana, Ashtanga, and Pranayama yoga has been found to increase the body strength, blood flow to your pelvis and genitals which is good for fueling desire.

References:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPJfuKIYcPU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k5HtMJaP0B8  (Natural Smoothie )

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAakC-GG9AU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQadi21TIwc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jd9Ht-hb8fM  (Kegal and other Exercises for blood flow)

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things passionately"
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