An increasing number of Americans and residents of industrialized nations worldwide are being diagnosed with autoimmune diseases every year. Although modern medicine has given us new treatments and even cures for a variety of different illnesses, there are very few treatments that can alleviate autoimmune disease. However, a new study on how the time of […]
Timing of Infection Affects Severity of Parasitic Disease
Most modern people are familiar with how contagious illnesses are transmitted. One day, a coworker sneezes on you. Several days later, you begin to feel tired and congested. However, recent studies on infectious disease are revealing an interesting twist: The time of day when you are exposed to an illness may be very important in […]
Shift Work Found to Negatively Affect a Man’s Sex Life and Sperm Quality
Shift work can have a negative effect on the romantic lives of people who work nights. A new study shows it also has physical effects on the male sex life as well. It is easy to see how working nights might interfere with a person’s romantic life. Evening and night workers are away from home […]
Light Therapy Shown to Boost Male Sex Drive
Many men suffer from a low libido for a variety of reasons, but modern medicine has few answers. However, light therapy may provide a needed boost to the male sex drive. Most people are familiar with the pharmaceuticals available for erectile dysfunction, including the famous “little blue pill.” While there are helpful medications and supplements […]
Study Finds Women May Be More Affected by Shift Work
Shift work has been identified as a risk factor for diseases ranging from cancer to diabetes. Women may be especially at risk for negative health effects. Getting enough sleep is a struggle for many people, but especially for people who work nontraditional shifts. Sleeping during light hours and being awake at night can negatively affect […]
