The internet is full of sex tips for just about every possible subject, but surprisingly few for the overweight guy. More than half of all South Africans are now classified as medically overweight or obese. Being overweight can have an impact on sexual health and can also create other challenges in bed. So with that in mind, let’s review a few sex tips for overweight men. What is overweight? What constitutes being overweight can vary from individual to individual, but the generally accepte...

The tobacco industry works hard to make smoking seem sexy. Companies have long used sexual themes in tobacco advertising as a strategy for increasing the overall appeal of their products. Unfortunately for tobacco companies, reality isn’t on their side. Far from sexy, smoking can negatively affect a person’s sex life in big ways. There are studies drawing links between smoking and its effect on sexual health particularly for men. A quick internet search on the topic and you’ll soon be thrown ...

Tired of dealing with premature ejaculation? You’re not alone. Premature ejaculation is a common sexual issue for men, affecting about one in every three men at some point in life. Premature ejaculation (or PE) can occur for a variety of reasons, from anxiety about ejaculating early to physical issues such as penile sensitivity, hormonal fluctuations and inflammation of the urethra or prostate. Today, however, we’re delving into Zinc and Magnesium-rich foods for premature ejaculation. We hear...

Several of the World Cup-winning Springboks have accepted teammate Faf de Klerk’s Speedo challenge to raise awareness for the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. Have you taken the challenge? Men should take care and be aware of what is happening in their bodies. They shouldn’t wait for things to go bad before seeking medical attention for their different conditions. We would like to stretch the Faf challenge and not only look at testicular cancer but also learn more about prostate cancer. ...

Men have traditionally been viewed as the breadwinners. The ones considered to be best equipped to navigate the challenges and competition of the workplace. Mental health issues are more difficult to acknowledge and address than physical ailments, but the symptoms and the impact on our lives are just as real. Mental illness is often accompanied by stigma and misunderstanding which results in a person feeling more isolated and alone. A new survey by Mind has revealed that work is the biggest caus...

Mens Clinic International is known for helping men who have sexual health problems. The doctors from Mens Clinic International are medically trained to treat patients who have penis function issues. When it comes to sexual health, preventing penis problems is an important issue which should top the list of men’s priorities. While most men are already aware of the need to use protection during activities like sports and sex, and the vast majority have mastered the art of keeping it clean. There a...

Making healthful changes in your eating and exercise habits is an excellent first step to dealing with your high blood pressure. Your efforts will show results in just a few weeks. Even if your levels don't go down as far as needed, your drug therapy may involve fewer drugs and at lower doses. Research studies have shown that the following strategies can lead to modest but lasting decreases in blood pressure. The payoff is big: Healthy blood pressure reduces your risk of stroke, heart failure...

Although many people have negative feelings toward aging, getting old is still better than the alternative as has been said many times. In recent times, there has been a lot of talk about male menopause (also sometimes called andropause), a change in men which is purported to be similar to the “change of life” that women experience. Since male menopause would definitely be a sexual health concern, it’s good to spend a little time looking at andropause and understanding just what it is and what i...

South Africa is a beer drinking nation taking up 56% of all alcohol consumed. Alcohol consumption in this country has serious social and public health effects. A 2014 article in the journal estimated that the economic, social and health costs associated with alcohol-related harms were about 12% of GDP.  One area of concern for those seeking to maintain a healthy sexual performance is how what a person puts in the body affects his overall health. For instance, many men enjoy an alcoholic beverage...

When a man faces penis problems anything from penis redness and irritation to itching or having trouble getting it up, that’s when he start to think of getting help. When it comes to issues with the testicles, the situation is a bit different. When it comes to regular penis care, men tend to overlook the testicles and focus only on the penis itself. However, regular attention for the testicles is absolutely necessary to avoid frightening medical issues, especially testicular cancer. Just as w...