Testosterone, low libido, and impotence are a common problem in men as they age, due to related cellular changes in the body.  However, these health concerns are also becoming evident in much younger populations, so the tide is shifting to an extent.  Most men just relate these issues to a reduced testosterone level, which may be true, but these clinical signs could indicate much deeper and serious health ailments that could lead to bigger problems.  Herbs, diet, and exercise can all impact testosterone, libido, and impotence on some level, however, there is another tool in the shed called Shilajit, which…

Bone health, in regards to bone thinning and weakness, are a major health concern for both men and women as we age.  It is a known fact that our bones gradually become weaker and less dense with age, but all to often we are left without a real solution, or at least a medication to remedy our concerns.  Falling and fractures become a real worry for many, but there are options outside of traditional therapeutics that may lend a helping hand and make a real difference.  Shilajit may be one of many possible natural solutions that deserves a look to…

Intimacy is something that most of us have experienced at some point in time in our life, but as we age, this intimacy becomes less frequent.  One obvious reason is a decline in interest as we age, or maybe that our bodies just are not capable on some level.  This intimacy may be sexual related but also extends to other aspects of our lives.  While there are many reasons for that reduced intimacy or passion, are these reasons reflective of our overall health?  Meaning, is the decrease in our sexual relations or overall level of passion a sign of poor…

Ah, the good old days, when we were younger, able to do more, stronger, higher energy, and quicker recoveries from injuries.  Then, age sets in and our bodies begin to change.  Our energy levels drop, daily pain becomes a routine, our skin wrinkles and looses elasticity, our hair grays or maybe even falls out, our vision and hearing become impaired, our memories and thought patterns change. For most of us, as we age, one of the most valuable assets we have is our health and often, we are desiring what we used to have maybe five, ten, or even 20…

Your health.  It is one commodity that seems to get scarcer and more limited as time passes by, but is there a connection with the many bacterial microbiomes in your body?  Aches, pains, general discomfort and reduced range of motion.  Reduced heart function, circulation, and impaired blood sugar regulation.  Increased body weight and reduced stamina or ability to do what we once could.  Impaired mental, cognitive function, depression and cancer.  All clinical problems associated with a reduced state of health and potentially an unbalanced microbiome.  Health is something that most perceive as being limited due to our aging process and…

Alzheimer's disease is one of the most feared conditions associated with aging in people, likely next to cancer and ranked above cardiovascular disease.  Alzheimer's disease is often a very progressive dementia condition associated with aging that leaves many helpless, not only as the patient but the caregiver.  In today's society, we often ban together to find cures for various health conditions that threaten our health, especially as we age, but all too often the cures that we expect to see, just never manifest.  Like many other health conditions, Alzheimer's disease is complex and there are many facets to the disease…

Over 55% of all adults over the age of 50 suffer with osteoporosis or low bone density.  That is over 44 million people living with an increased risk of bone fracture and overall bone weakness on a daily basis.  Osteoporosis is a systemic bone condition which can also reduce the average life expectancy, more in men than in women, creating an increased state of frailty and susceptibility to injury.  Current therapy options offer hope and benefits for many, but what about herbs, specifically curcumin?  Could curcumin impact the progression of osteoporosis? Are there benefits to adding curcumin or turmeric to…

Over one half of all American adults suffer from gingivitis or more advanced periodontal disease conditions affecting the mouth.  This number is staggering and considering the close connections between poor oral health and many disease conditions, it should serve as a wake-up call.  The long term affects reach much further than just the risk of tooth loss, but can also create an increased risk to cardiovascular disease, liver and kidney problems, and overall digestive disturbances.  Current treatment options are limited in regards to the benefits to the patients and lead to months or years of ongoing suffering.  Are there better…

The gastrointestinal microbiome consists of over 100 billion micro-organisms per gram of foodstuff or fecal material present in our digestive tract.  That is a significant number of bacteria, yeast, and protozoal organisms living together, impacting not just our digestion but our overall health. The gastrointestinal microbiome is becoming a very hot area of research over the past decade with many connections with current day chronic health ailments, but is there a connection with cancer malignancy, specifically breast cancer in women?  Could this gastrointestinal microbiome potentially predispose women to breast cancer when it is out of balance or greatly influence progression…

Stress is something that we all encounter daily in our lives, yet, may not realize the true health implications.  This stress response is the reason why we adapt and hopefully overcome new challenges, whether if that is a new task at work, a new exercise routine, or environmental changes.  It is what hopefully makes us stronger, more resilient. Those stressors create a stress response in our body, which then we hopefully adapt to over time.  The question is how much stress is our body supposed to handle, and how does chronic stress exposure impact our health and disease occurrence? [caption…