Keeping a mobile (cell) phone in the pocket can damage sperm, and affect a man’s fertility. Sperm number and movement, or motility, is affected by electromagnetic radiation when a mobile phone is carried around in trouser pockets, say researchers. Researchers from the University of Exeter analysed 10 studies, involving 1,492 men, and found that nine …
Low Grade #Prostate Cancer: Watch Rather than Treat?
Fascinating report suggesting that low grade prostate cancer tends not to progress over time according to researchers in the US. Looking at cancer tissues taken from more than 1,200 prostate cancer patients between 1982 and 2004, the researchers found - surprisingly, they said - that the low-grade cancers invariably remained as such. They found a …
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#Prostate Cancer Risk and Omega 3 Oils: Really?
You have probably seen the headlines screaming recently about high levels of omega 3 oils causing a correspondingly high risk of prostate cancer. I was quite shocked since it seems to fly in the face of the thousands of studies showing omega 3 oil benefits. But, I don't believe everything I see in the media …
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1,2,3 for A Healthy Prostate
Useful reminder piece from Nutri on three useful treatment approaches to prostate health for you this morning. Supporting men & their prostate: the bigger picture Needing to urinate more frequently. Getting up several times in the night to relieve oneself. Difficulty starting or stopping urinary flow or emptying the bladder completely. These are all signs …
#Testicular Cancer: Do You Know How To Self-Check?
Since testicular cancer is an increasing problem  in younger men (15-49) and is very curable if caught early, it is a really good idea to do a self-check regularly. We probably know that but how many of you actually know how to check? Here's some info for you from a leading specialist: Testicular cancer is …
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New #Prostate Video
Just to tell you I have updated the Prostate Problems page on the Purehealth site. I have included a  link to a recommended film about prostate cancer, PSA tests/diagnosis and treatment. I will write more on prostate stuff as I get a chance but the Alliance of Natural Health is billing this film as essential viewing …
Finasteride Drug for BPA and Hair Loss Linked to Severe Depression
I thought I would pass this one on for you just in case you or anyone you know is taking, has taken or is considering taking this drug - more often called Proscar or Propecia. I'm not sure how often it is prescribed for prostate enlargement and/or hair loss in the UK, but better warned, …
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