Taking a dip in very cold water can cause almost immediate penis shrinkage. The tissues just seem designed to retract, as though the entire penis hopes to move inside of the body, where the temperature might be a bit more comfortable. As distressing as these episodes may be, they're also ... Views: 3079
Asking most men about their frenulum is likely to net nothing more than a blank stare; although this tiny band of flesh may well be the most sensitive part of the male anatomy, guys may not even be especially aware of its existence, unless something goes wrong, resulting in foreskin pain and/or ... Views: 3076
If you want to improve your sexual health and penis health, vitamin A is a powerful vitamin and antioxidant and it's important to make sure you are receiving sufficient dosage. While many foods in the diet contain high amounts of vitamin A (including animal liver, dandelion greens, carrots, ... Views: 2987
If modern research can be trusted, the average guy has engaged in his own private playtime about 2,000 times by the time he reaches the ripe old age of 18, making him a veritable master of the craft. On the other hand, during most of these sessions, the average guy has likely been in a hurry, ... Views: 2949
When the winter months strike -- bringing with it the dreaded cold and flu season-- the first thing most people do is reach for the vitamin C, and for good reason. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient the body needs to maintain healthy functioning. While juicing up on the OJ when the sniffles hit ... Views: 2948
Most men are intimately familiar with the landscape of their equipment, tending to carefully scrutinize it for any unsightly or out of place lumps, bumps, or red spots. While a sudden development in that area may send some men running for the clinic, there are certain bumps that are nothing to ... Views: 2938
Until the late 20th century, circumcision of male infants at birth was considered routine and necessary. However, medical research over the last few decades supported the idea that circumcision constituted an unnecessary surgical procedure. Some critics even argue that circumcision amounts to ... Views: 2924
When it comes to powering the penis, most men are willing to give just about anything a try. And why shouldn’t they? The penis is often thought of as the symbol of a man’s youth and virility, so if a healthy penis equals a healthy sex life, why not give the penis what it needs to perform at its ... Views: 2921
A surgical procedure to remove the foreskin (the skin covering the end of the penis), circumcision is a religious rite or a ceremonial tradition in many cultures. Circumcision has been in the news lately, because some people think the practice is painful and risky. However, most doctors believe ... Views: 2918
Penis health is crucial for a good sex life; that much seems obvious. But many men forget that overall body health also plays a factor in the quantity and quality of one's romantic activities. Many guys think about keeping their bodies in good shape for their trips under the bedcovers, but not ... Views: 2908
An itchy penis is a common problem. After a sweaty day on the job, or after using a new lubricant or shampoo on the old Johnson, a man can find himself furtively pulling at his shorts and trying to sneak in a good scratch to relieve the nagging trouser itch. A good shower and a soothing ... Views: 2890
As the weather turns colder, couples begin to look indoors for their entertainment options, and what better way to spend a chilly evening than in the arms of a willing partner? For couples who are just getting to know each other and looking for ways to explore their new intimacy, as well as for ... Views: 2879
Whether in the throes of pleasure during a private moment, or in a heated encounter with a partner, men might not be aware of the damage they are inflicting on their penis. Rough treatment due to vigorous activity can actually jeopardize penis health if men do not take care to correct any ... Views: 2858
One common complaint that urologists hear on a regular basis comes from men who have difficulty retracting their foreskin. The foreskin, or sheath, that covers the glans penis has numerous important functions. It helps to protect the delicate penile tissue from diseases and injury, and it is ... Views: 2831
When experiencing itchy skin on penis or groin area, it can be downright infuriating. The skin on the penis, pubic area and testicles can become inflamed, irritated and hot, creating an embarrassing problem for many men. If it is the penis skin that is involved it may appear more annoying than ... Views: 2796
Everybody masturbates. It's just a fact of life. However, articles that discuss the male art of manual stimulation seem to suggest that the activity is a form of theft. Rather than spending time alone, these articles suggest, men should find willing partners and get busy in some kind of paired ... Views: 2781
What is shy bladder syndrome?
Shy bladder syndrome, or parauresis, simply refers to the inability - or reduced ability - to urinate in public, in the company of others. In milder cases, a man might have trouble using a public urinal in a busy venue - such as a sports arena - while in more ... Views: 2764
When the brain signals the penis that it's time for sex, blood rushes into the erectile tissue, and what was once soft and hidden becomes pronounced and hard to ignore. This is a useful reaction at the right time, but when an erection strikes during a lecture, a church service or an ... Views: 2745
For most men, the penis is more or less the center of their universe from the time they discover what it can do for them in the early teen years. But for all the time they spend thinking about it, few guys know the basics about how it works and what can go wrong – or, for example, that only ... Views: 2736
Prepping for a date might include these crucial steps for the average guy: lather, rinse, repeat. Cologne might be a nice touch if the evening is special, but lotions, creams and emollients might not be part of the grooming arsenal most men maintain. These same men, however, might readily admit ... Views: 2728
Jogging and running, whether for exercise or competition, constitute one of the most efficient ways to get in shape, trim off extra weight, and build endurance. There is no question that there are multiple benefits to working in a daily run, but this high-impact exercise does take its toll on ... Views: 2726
No man wants to be the smelly guy at the office. In fact, Americans spend a lot of money each year on anti-smell products to ensure they stay shower fresh all day long. Most men keep their bathroom well stocked with a large assortment of deodorants, body washes, antiperspirants, foot sprays, ... Views: 2704
While every man is reasonably familiar with his penis, few men are aware of how it really works or understand why proper penis care is so vital. This information is essential, however, as a guy's delicate equipment can be damaged through neglect or abuse; and some concerns men have about their ... Views: 2677
Research suggests that an average sex session lasts between 3 and 13 minutes. That might not seem like very long, but an amazing amount of activity can take place in this space of time, and the bumping, friction and bending can leave the penis feeling bruised and sore. While time is the best ... Views: 2668
Whether a man is planning a 1st time intimate evening with a new partner, is celebrating a 25th wedding anniversary with a spouse, or is just celebrating the fact that it is a Tuesday night, there are a few things he can do to making the evening a sexy success. Read on to learn 7 easy tips to a ... Views: 2667
Growing older is one of life’s great inevitabilities. As the years tick by, the cells that make up the body slowly age, bringing on a gradual change in one’s overall appearance and ability to function. Muscles aren’t as defined as they once were, skin is not as tight, and things just don’t work ... Views: 2624
The male sexual response is a powerful force that, in one way or another, drives almost everything a man does. It also happens automatically, without requiring any deliberate thought or action on the part of the individual - although, of course, a man can work himself into an excited state if he ... Views: 2613
When a man feels tired, it can affect everything about him, including the perkiness of his penis. Since most men will do just about anything to avoid penis problems, taking steps to avoid anemia, which can have a negative impact on penis health, is strongly advised.
So what exactly is anemia ... Views: 2593
Over the past twenty years, there has been an ongoing debate over whether or not surgical removal of the foreskin is a necessary medical procedure. Cultural and religious customs often dictate that male children be circumcised, and the common wisdom is that removing the foreskin results in ... Views: 2592
With more and more information readily available on health and nutrition, it is no big secret that vitamins and minerals play a vital role in one’s overall health. However, what most men do not know is that certain vitamins are power players when it comes to male sexual health. In fact, when ... Views: 2591
For most men, the penis is of utmost importance – it definitely gets a lot of attention, and when things aren’t working right, it is a cause for a great deal of concern. But in spite of this, few guys know how the penis really works or how to take care of it properly, and they are not aware of ... Views: 2549
Since the beginnings of recorded history, there is evidence that masturbation - a healthy, natural activity in both men and women - has been frowned upon, or even downright forbidden, as an act that can cause physiological and/or spiritual damage. It is not the aim of this article to address the ... Views: 2529
Men who slept their way through biology class may only have a passing understanding of how the human body works. For example, they may know that an erection develops when the penis fills with blood, but they may not know how the way they eat and the supplements they use could support that blood ... Views: 2522
Is Cybersex Cheating?
Cybersex is a relatively new phenomenon, in that, just a generation ago, it was unheard of. It is something many men may not readily admit to, though most men (and women, too!) are likely curious about it. When it comes to the question of relationship infidelity, sexual ... Views: 2501
They say a man is what he eats; and though some men might wish their diets could consist of nothing more than pizza, hot wings, beer and chocolate chip cookie dough, it certainly wouldn’t take long before the midsection to become a little doughy as a result. So, in order to maintain a healthy ... Views: 2477
For almost any man, the awareness that his penis sensation is not quite what it used to be can be a huge source of anxiety. After all, from the time that he learns what it can do for him, the pleasure that the penis brings becomes central to his life.
Loss of penile sensitivity affects most ... Views: 2476
The foods that we eat are made up of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins; the body needs all of these nutrients, as well as vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, in order to stay healthy and carry out all of its essential functions. Proteins, in particular, play an important role in regulating the ... Views: 2467
For a man, having his penis stroked is an incomparable experience; but for some women, feeling a penis can sometimes be a strange and puzzling thing. An inexperienced woman, or sometimes even a woman with experience, may not know that, while most touches to the organ bring pleasure, some can ... Views: 2455
Ask a group of men where they would leastlike to experience a rash on their body, and most, if not all of them will point to the penis. Unfortunately, skin is skin, and the same irritants that can affect the rest of the body can also lead to penis rash, as well as itching, burning, and redness. ... Views: 2433
The entire Kama Sutra consists of 1250 verses and 36 chapters, all designed to help people develop a life that's both virtuous and gracious. It's all good information, but modern readers might be tempted to skip ahead in the text to the better-known section on sex positions. It's understandable, ... Views: 2414
At some point in their lives, most men wish they had a larger penis. However, it may not be all it is cracked up to be. A well-endowed man may actually have a more difficult time having sex and could experience pain, or cause his partner pain. Learn more about pitfalls of the well-hung man, and ... Views: 2408
If a penis came with an instruction manual, men would have no questions about the care and management of this very important tool. Unfortunately, the information men glean about the penis often comes through trial and error, and by the time men realize that they've been making mistakes, they ... Views: 2386
A man's scent is as personal and as individualized as his thumb print, and many of the odors that make up a man's personal perfume come directly from the lap area. Some of these swirling scents are pheromone based, telling potential mates about the man's health and vigor. Other penis odors ... Views: 2369
More than 80 percent of college students remove some or all of their pubic hair, Bloomberg News reports, and as swimsuits get smaller and smaller and pants get tighter and tighter, even more people might choose to jump on the hair-removal bandwagon. While removing pubic hair can have some health ... Views: 2347
It is becoming more and more common to see men with an array of piercings on the face, from the ears to the eyebrows to the lips and tongue. Aside from this clearly visible trend, increasing numbers of men have been adding body jewelry to the undercarriage, as well. Body piercings are often ... Views: 2321
Every guy experiences an itchy penis at some time or another; for some guys, it can become a chronic situation. Since no man likes to be caught out in public furiously scratching his equipment, finding a way to stop the itching is important. Ensuring proper penis health is essential to ... Views: 2313
Everyone knows the keys to long-term health are eating right, exercising, and getting the daily recommended intake of essential vitamins and nutrients. Most men believe that if they follow the basic health rules, the entire body - penis included - will be taken care of. While it’s true that what ... Views: 2305
Acne is considered the scourge of adolescence, but even older men may experience the occasional outbreak here and there on their bodies. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for men to see telltale dots spring up even on the skin of the penis, leading to a temptation to take action with pins, ... Views: 2293
The internet is filled with advertisements for male sex pills and libido boosters. But do any of these actually work, and are they safe? Drugs for male sexual function vary from pharmaceutical medications to natural herbal extracts and penis-specific vitamins. Each company brand is different and ... Views: 2286
There is something to be said for an earthy, manly smell, and many women will admit that they find a subtle male odor to be exciting. But when it comes to penis odor, there can certainly be too much of a good thing. An accumulation of dead skin cells, body oils, and sweat, as well as residue ... Views: 2271