Dr Pete's Health Secrets

             Research recently carried out in the happiest country in the world, Finland, has demonstrated that a lack of regular blood flow to the penis will over time, cause some of the tissues to die. The effects on penile health, are similar to smoking and diabetes. The blood that flows into the penis when it is erect, nourishes the tissues of the penis, hence the need to have a hard-on daily, even if you don’t always have sex daily. If you dont use it, you loose it. Erection occurs when blood fills the two chambers in the penis known as the corpora cavernosa, this causes the penis to expand and stiffen, much like a balloon as it is filled with water. This process is triggered by nerve impulses from both the brain and genital area. Anything that interferes with these impulses or restricts blood flow to the penis can result in failure to have or sustain an erection. This is reffered to as Erectile dysfunction (ED) . Indeed, Finnish researc...

      How does regular sex and on the contrary absentism affect the health of an average adult ? In this article I will examine the 11 main things that happen when you STOP. We  all go through periods of abstention from sex for varied reasons from time to time.  Whether it happens because of a recent breakup or other aspects of your life have gotten in the way, a few sexless weeks can turn into months and, before you know it, you almost don't even miss sex anymore.  The same, however, can't be said for your body. According to recent research,  your body can have very real reactions when you stop having sex. Catching the flu more often than before, to stranger dreams, to really awful period cramps, not having sex for a while can seriously impact your wellbeing.  Here are 10 unexpected ways that your body actually changes when you suddenly stop having sex. 1.  You are ill more often Your immune system actually gets weaker when you're not having...

                 Alligator peppers are my favourite. They are extremely hot and spicy with a sweet after taste.  They are commonly taken with kola nuts in parts of West Africa.  Alligator pepper (Afromomum melegueta) is of the plant family Zingiberaceae and known as 'the grain of paradise',  as 'ose oji' in Igbo and 'ata ire' in yoruba languages.  Its distinct very spicy, menthol flavour definitely an acquired taste and not recommended for children.  Like chillies they cause a rush of blood to the brain, stimulate the release  of natural endorphins which makes you feel good and elevates your mood. In this articles I will examine its proven health benefits. 1. Digestive Properties The seeds aid easy digestion of food by stimulating the production of gastric juice and digestive enzymes, thereby preventing constipation and bloating. 2. Anti-oxidizing Properties Alligator pepper seeds are an excelle...