Health, Nutrition and Fitness

From Bangkok Post Two United Nations (UN) agencies launched a chemical sex health toolkit yesterday during a two-day symposium held in Bangkok. The toolkit is designed to assist health service providers in aiding people who engage in chemical sex to have access to proper healthcare when needed while being safe from stigmatisation. Chemical sex (chemsex) is the use of specific drugs to enhance or prolong sexual experiences. Two United Nations (UN) agencies launched a chemical sex health toolkit yesterday during a two-day symposium held in Bangkok. The toolkit is designed to assist health service providers in aiding people who engage in chemical sex…

From The Thaiger High blood pressure has muscled its way to the top of the health pile, becoming the most common condition treated under Thailand’s universal healthcare services in 2023. That’s the latest from the National Health Security Office(NHSO), which has revealed the nation’s pulse. NHSO’s top doc, Jadet Thammathataree, spilt the beans on an eye-watering 99.7 billion baht budget allocated for the fiscal year 2023, set aside to care for the 47.727 million Thais who qualify for the gold card scheme. That adds up to a tidy sum of 3,385.98 baht per person. Breaking it down, 1,344.40 baht went to outpatient services, with inpatient care costi…

From Pattaya Mail Pattaya is a city with its fair share of foreign males who are past the first bloom of youth. So it’s hardly surprising that a seminar on prostate problems and erectile dysfunction attracted a full house on June 7 at the resort’s most popular private hospital. The joint speakers were prosthesis surgeons and urologists Dr Niti Navanimitkul and Assistant Professor Dr Yossak Sakulchaiyakorn who managed to incorporate humor and empathy into what might appear to be dry subjects. About half of all men start to feel the symptoms of an enlarged prostate as early as age 50, but they rise to around eighty percent for guys in their 80s. There is no doubt …

From BBC The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first diagnostic test for mpox where the results can be immediately known, saying it could prove pivotal in helping to stop the rising global cases of the deadly virus. The new PCR test enables the detection of the mpox DNA taken from skin lesion swabs. Currently, samples have to be sent to a laboratory for testing and the patient and medics have to wait days for the result. Limited testing capacity and delays in confirming cases continue to be a challenge in Africa - worsening the spread of mpox that was previously known as monkeypox. Of the more than 30,000 susp…

I attended a medical lecture regarding the RSV vaccine 2 weeks ago, and it wasn't extremely encouraging. There is some data potential recipients should know before agreeing to the vaccine (we're talking about the 60+ group, not for infants or pregnant mothers, which is a different kettle of fish). The absolute risk reduction to prevent one lower respiratory (lung) infection in adults is 0.26% (need to immunize 385 to prevent one serious infection), and the absolute risk reduction to prevent one hospitalization is 0.13% (need to immunize 770 to prevent one hospitalization). There was no significant difference in death. Also, muscle aches and flu-like symptoms were common, …

I'm heading off to Bangkok in 4 weeks horny as hell 🔥 But I have a problem and I don't know if it's mental or physical I arrive and after a few days I am not horny like back in farangland where I am salivating over Thai cock I'm thinking if anyone knows say 2 weeks before what vitamin reginen a dirty old man like me can get on. I'm thinking zinc ?

I take vitamins everyday Mostly B and vitamin D Over the last few months I have tried Zinc and another called Tongkat Ali They seem to be working in making me more "horny " and increasing sperm cum I have ditched the vitamin E and multi vitamins they don't seem to work and the Berocca is another May any of guys share your vitamins regime and comment if you think there is any actual benefit particularly in regards to sexual health ,and old age health Vitamin B complex X 2 a day Zinc X 1 Tongkat Ali X 2 Vitamin D 2000ie a day

NOTE -- It was only though the cooking of my Vietnam friend that I became familiar with bitter melon. He slices it into small sections and mixes it with scrambled eggs. The variation in flavor and texture won me over. Great in soups, too.You can find them at Foodland. From VN Express / Times of India Carrots, winter melons, bitter melons, and cucumbers are known for their high water content, rich fiber, and vitamins, while being low in calories, which help to keep you feel full longer and reduce belly fat. Exercise and healthy eating habits are crucial in reducing belly fat. Below are vegetables rich in nutrients that should be included in daily m…

From The Thaiger The Thai Department of Health issued a health warning to avid Thai milk tea drinkers about the risk of developing kidney stones due to the high sugar, calcium content, and compounds found in tea leaves. A post on the Department of Health’s Facebook page today cautioned those who consume milk tea daily, highlighting the potential health risks associated with their favourite beverage. The statement emphasised that regular consumption of Thai milk tea could lead to the formation of kidney stones. Kidney stones are formed when minerals in the urine crystallise, creating hard stones that can range in size from a grain of sand to a ping-pong ball…

NOTE -- Best filed under don't try this at home....or anyplace else. From VN Express An Indian man was hospitalized in Hanoi after inserting a live eel into his anus, which punctured his intestines and entered the abdominal cavity. The patient was admitted to Viet Duc Hospital on July 27 with severe abdominal pain. After informing doctors of his actions, a scan was conducted to locate the eel. Le Nhat Huy, Vice Director of the Department of Colorectal and Perineal Surgery, stated that doctors initially attempted to use endoscopy to remove the eel. However, they discovered a large lime obstructing the rectum. Due to the eel's location and…

The following article was posted on the National Public Radio (US) website last year. It examines a lot of contributing factors, some of which we have control over--food, alcohol, sleep aids and pre-flight preparations. It also looks those we have little or no influence over. It may not change your life but it may affect how you feel after arriving. From NPR If you're trying to squeeze some travel into the last few weeks of summer, you'll want to get the most out of your vacation. And nothing ruins a trip to the Louvre or a scuba-diving excursion like your body telling you it's time for bed NOW. So can you "hack" jet lag, so to speak? Or at least mitigate it? …

From Thai PBS World As we get older, our bodies change. Fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet are among the most visible signs although thinning hair, metabolic changes that affect weight, muscle loss and vision problems are also indicators of growing older. But not all is lost. Experts say we can slow the biological aging process and thus minimize the effects of certain diseases and conditions that come with age. One of the natural approaches we can adopt to help us look younger, feel energized and enjoy our golden years is getting healthy quality sleep. “Just like eating a healthy diet and regularly exercising, consistent, high-quality sleep is…

In this topic: diapers & condom catheters are discussed, because I didn’t want to go off topic in the cinema topic, I started this topic. The leg bag shown in the picture is a small 25 cl leg bag (about eight ounce) is meant for small leaks, for example when you sneeze, cough or laugh, drips you loose before &/or after you empty your bladder. This small leg bag is NOT meant to empty a full bladder. If you want to empty a full bladder, you’ll probably need a large 1 Liter leg bag (about 34 ounce). When I started using (large) leg bags & diapers because of functional incontinence, the first days it wasn’t easy at all for me to …

From CNN Walking has earned a reputation as a great form of exercise that’s easy and accessible for many people, and scores of studies show the popular activity has numerous health benefits, too. Getting at least 2,300 steps per day reduces your risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to one study published in a 2023 edition of the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. In addition, weight-bearing exercises such as walking help prevent osteoporosis, according to another study published in the journal Nature Scientific Reports. Yet some experts in the health and fitness fields assert that while walking is certainly good for your health …

From The Nation The Ministry of Public Health says it has known about the risk of blood-clotting side effects from AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccine since the beginning, and confirmed it has not purchased additional AstraZeneca vaccines after stocks were depleted. There have been have reported cases of litigation in the United Kingdom regarding adverse effects after receiving the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine, sometimes resulting in fatal blood-clotting incidents. While AstraZeneca disputes these allegations, it did admit for the first time in one court document that its vaccine could …

NOTE -- Emergency medical personnel who rushed to the aid of a 65-year-old Bangkok man whose engorged penis was stuck inside the mouth of a plastic bottle had a cautionary warning for those who take Viagra like meds. It's not unusual for them to receive calls from men who run into problems when using cock rings to maintain erections. From The Thaiger https://thethaiger.com/news/national/phallic-faux-pas-thai-man-gets-penis-stuck-in-plastic-bottle

From The Thaiger The Department of Health of Thailand issued a warning against consuming live geckos in the belief that they can enhance sexual performance, stressing the lack of scientific evidence and potential health risks. Health authorities have raised alarms over a dangerous trend among middle-aged men in Thailand, involving the consumption of live geckos as a supposed sexual enhancement remedy. A 59 year old man named Sommai recently captured public attention by eating a gecko live on social media, claiming regular consumption would bolster health, offer an alternative to erectile dysfunction and improve one’s sexual performance within three hours. A…

From Men's Health WHEN YOU’RE DEALING with erectile dysfunction, you usually have to make an appointment with your doctor to get treated. But, soon, you’ll be able to pick up medication at your local pharmacy without a prescription. The Food and Drug Administration just granted over-the-counter sale marketing authorization for MED3000, a topical gel created to treat erectile dysfunction (ED). The medication was developed by U.K.-based Futura Medical and will be the first topical OTC treatment for ED that’s available in the U.S. without a prescription, according to a news release. “Over-the-counter medications play a significant role in providing accessible …

From CNN Important note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you feel pain. CNN — When it comes to lowering blood pressure, studies have typically shown that aerobic or cardio exercises are best. Recent research suggests another type of physical activity is worth including as an effective tool to prevent and treat hypertension, or high blood pressure. Exercises that engage muscles without movement — such as wall squats and planks — may be best for lowering blood pressure, according to a large study published July 2023 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This type of training is known as…

Newlywed bride dies after husband takes sex enhancement pills on wedding night The couple got married on February 3 and the woman was admitted to a hospital in Kanpur by her brother on February 7. The woman died on February 10. The accused husband is absconding. Written By: Siddhi Gaharwar Updated On: 14 Feb 2024 14:07:PM Hamirpur: A newlywed woman died just seven days after her wedding as her husband reportedly took sex enhancement pills on their first night in Uttar Pradesh’s Hamirpur. The woman was admitted to a private hospital in Kanpur last week after her health condition deterior…

Here's a summary of the latest research (randomized clinical trials) from Cochrane, in studies including hundreds of thousands of people: Cochrane Library has reviewed these studies: https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD006207.pub6/full?highlightAbstract=covid%7Cmask "...We included 12 trials (10 cluster‐RCTs) comparing medical/surgical masks versus no masks to prevent the spread of viral respiratory illness (two trials with healthcare workers and 10 in the community). Wearing masks in the community probably makes little or no difference to the outcome of influenza‐like illness (ILI)/COVID‐19 like illness compared to not wearing masks (ri…

Hello Everyone, I was recently diagnosed with gonococcal arthritis. It was the most unbearable pain I have ever had in my life. Plus they also did a surgery on my right knee to extract cultures, that one was hurting the most. Currently, I am on IV antibiotics. I cannot walk. I use a walker to go to restroom. The pain is there but better. I do take prescribed pain medication. This whole experience has traumatized me. Please tell me it will get better. I just wanna go back to normal walking and my life. From what I read this is supposed to be a rare side effect of gonorrhea. Sadly, I had to get it.

Surprised to shear weight loss company Jenny Craig had been finished bankrupted and failed to sell both in Australia and the USA No one wants to buy it so it's finished forever !!!!

From CNBC Supplements that claim to improve appearance have grown in popularity in the past decade. From 2011 to 2020, the percentage of Americans who reported taking a hair, skin and nail vitamin in the past month rose from 2.5% to 4.9%. But experts warn about side effects and dangers. Skin, hair and nail supplements often contain much more biotin than the human body needs, for example, a research paper published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology has found. High doses of biotin “can alter test results that healthcare providers may order, like thyroid testing, cardiac testing [and] potentially even vitamin D testing,” Dr. Rebecc…

From Pattaya Mail PATTAYA, Thailand – A topic that should be high on everyone’s need to know list, When Stroke Strikes, was the subject the presentation given by Dr. Nattakarn Buranakul, MD, to the Pattaya City Expats Club on Wednesday, October 25. Dr. Nattakarn is a Neurologist from the Neuroscience Center of Bangkok Hospital Pattaya (BHP) who specializes in the treatment of strokes. The one clear message from his talk was that “Time is Brain” noting that from the time a stroke strikes, brain cells begin to be lost. If a stroke is suspected, you should go immediately to the hospital where if it is confirmed, can be treated effectively. But time is of the essenc…