(Natural News) The Flossmoor Planned Parenthood in Flossmoor, Illinois did not call 911 when a woman suffered a medical emergency at the facility on Feb. 3. Dialing 911 is the fastest way to get help during emergency situations, but Flossmoor Planned Parenthood opted to call a private ambulance instead. The facility was apparently trying to […]

(Natural News) Despite being touted as a panacea for women who are currently having trouble in the bedroom, Big Pharma’s latest libido-boosting offering, bremelanotide – unsurprisingly – comes with a few unpleasant side effects. As reported by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), women who tested the new drug – manufactured by AMAG Pharmaceuticals […]

(Natural News) Kegel exercises are known to help improve pelvic floor muscles and are often performed by women. But according to a study by James Cook University (JCU) physiotherapists, even men can also benefit from simple pelvic floor exercises, particularly those who experience erectile dysfunction. Pelvic floor exercises for sexual dysfunction The JCU study is the first […]

(Natural News) Ocimum gratissimum, also known by its common name African basil, is a multipurpose plant that is not only ornamental, but also medicinal and serves as a culinary spice. In some African countries, the dried leaves of this aromatic herb features in folk medicine and is used to treat different kinds of ailments. Analysis […]

(Natural News) Chocolate has always been associated with feelings of happiness and pleasure. It has been proven to reduce stress levels and alleviate pain by triggering the release of endorphins in the brain. It can also affect serotonin levels which dictate our mood. However, there is very little scientific evidence to back up the claim that chocolate is […]

(Natural News) Quick show of hands: Who’s heard of maca? How many of you raised your hands? This Peruvian plant (sometimes called the “Peruvian ginseng”) is only really known among those who want to increase their libido, but studies are proving that this superfood helps beyond putting the mojo back into one’s sex life. Maca […]

(Natural News) Aphrodisiacs have been part of human civilization since time immemorial, but it is only with today’s scientific methods that their mechanisms are being studied and revealed. A study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine offers proof of the aphrodisiac activity of purple corn (Zea mays), an ancient crop that serves not […]

(Natural News) Purple corn (Zea mays) has been used as an aphrodisiac since the time of ancient Mexico. A study published in the journal Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine sought to understand the mechanisms behind this plant’s effect. The researchers suspected that purple corn extract stimulated the ejaculatory response in males. They used an animal […]

(Natural News) Couples trying to conceive a child are often shocked and discouraged when they are told that a potential cause to their infertility is a low sperm count in the man. It is estimated that difficulties with sperm number and their quality contribute to around half of all fertility problems. This is often a […]

(Natural News) The oyster has a reputation as an aphrodisiac, but the body of evidence that supports its efficacy is quite lacking. The same cannot be said for Tribulus terrestris though, as mounting proof, courtesy of studies from different countries, tout it effective against issues with libido, arousal, erections, and even infertility. T. terrestris, commonly known as […]