Pheromones are chemicals released by animals that send signals in the form of smell to other animals. There are pheromones for fear, alertness and sexual fertility.There is skepticism as to whether or not humans can produce pheromones. Dr. Peter...
If your knowledge of pheromones is limited to information delivered by late-night TV commercials that promise to harness the power of pheromones to allow you to effortlessly attract a dazzlingly attractive partner, you may automatically associate...
Pheromones are hormones that have specific effects on the human body such as changing emotions, mood or even desires. The most common type of pheromones are aphrodisiacs, which increase sexual desire. Though not everybody believes that pheromones...
Pheromones are natural chemicals that can alter human emotions and behavior. These chemicals release scents that can attract, repel, frighten or sexually arouse people. The most common types of pheromones are aphrodisiacs. Aphrodisiacs are...
Sexual attraction may be more science than seduction, making "chemistry" between people a reality. National Public Radio reported that scientists in 1959, first identified chemical triggers sent and received by living organisms, and named them...
For most women menstrual periods are a part of everyday life. Sometimes menstrual periods can come as a surprise, being early, late or not happening at all. There are reasons that a period can be early for some women.
When you're feeling down, exercise probably holds little appeal. But once you manage to get moving, exercise alleviates symptoms of mild to moderate depression as effectively as medication, according to Sarah Kovatch M.F.A., and Melinda Smith,...
The human body is an amazing construction. All the parts work together to do what needs to be done, and everything has a purpose. Or, it seems, almost everything. While it is obvious that, say, eyelashes and nose hairs protect our eyes and noses...
Underarm hair acts as an insulator and collector. Pheromones, which are chemicals that transmit subconscious sexual information to other members of the species, collect on the hair. Since it is a common practice to cover up the smell of pheromones...
The ability of royal jelly to increase size, fertility and longevity of the queen honeybee has led many to believe that royal jelly may do the same for humans. However, the University of Michigan says evidence of these benefits is insufficient. In...
As a part of the body's cooling system, perspiration protects the body from heat induced illness and harm. The American Academy of Dermatology notes that special variations of sweat glands in the ears produce ear wax, a type of perspiration that...
Perspiration is an important component of the body's cooling system. Produced in sweat glands within the skin, perspiration cools the body when exposed to heat in a process called thermoregulation. There are two types of sweat glands in the human...
As you age, the drop-off of your libido is inevitable. The body's production of sex drive-fueling hormones begins to slow while men begin developing more estrogen and women more testosterone. A major breaking point for women is menopause, when the...
Royal jelly is a milky-white viscous substance secreted from the hypo pharyngeal and mandibular glands of worker bees. It is eaten by bee larvae for the first two to three days during their maturation. The queen bee eats royal jelly exclusively...
Royal jelly, available in health food stores, is a product of the honeybee. Worker bees secrete the thick liquid to feed young bee larvae in the hive for a couple of days. But, according to the Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine, only one...
Royal jelly, a milky white substance produced by drone bees, is made with the specific purpose of nourishing and developing a new queen bee. It differs from honey, the food made for the rest of the bees. According to Drugs.com, royal jelly...
The average length of your menstrual cycle, defined as the first day of menstrual bleeding to the first day of the next menstrual period, is 28 days. But the University of Michigan Health System says that the length of a cycle can vary from 21 to...
Though it may seem like a modern trend, shaving hair around the genitals actually dates back to ancient Egypt and Greece, when prostitutes shaved their pubic areas to show health and availability. Shaving groin hair isn't for everyone. Multiple...
At times, you may find that you have to work yourself up to sexual activity, or are disinterested altogether. The cause may be a less-than-robust libido, and going to the doctor for medicinal help for a low libido can be embarrassing. Instead of...
Cinnamon is a small evergreen tree native to southern India and Sri Lanka. Also known as Ceylon cinnamon or "true" cinnamon, the bark of the tree provides the common spice most people are familiar with. Its distinctive flavor is due to the...
Romance fills the air in Las Vegas, Nevada. Couples come from around the world to get away from home and submerge themselves in the the variety of activities available throughout Las Vegas. The lights are fun, the gambling entertaining, but...
Body hair grows in varying amounts, depending on the person. The functional purpose of it is to protect the skin from the sun, to disperse pheromones and to act as a dry lubrication system. When it grows in dark and thick, in areas like the chest,...
Royal jelly is a popular health food said to produce numerous health benefits, including longevity, increased fertility and overall well-being. Royal jelly does have nutritional benefits, being a source of biotin, one of the B vitamins, says Dr....
Compared with other primates, humans have very little hair on their bodies. However, what hair we do have serves various important functions, depending on its location. Hair collects sweat and protects us from damaging sun rays and from particles...
Pubic hair--it's something most people have but that many try to get rid of. Where once people shaved or waxed their pubic hair, many new methods of hair removal and styles of pubic hairstyle have become popular. Pubic hair care is no longer seen...
Aromatherapy is a branch of holistic medicine that utilizes scent to evoke a physical or emotional response. The primary tools of the trade are botanical essential oils, each of which are attributed with a specific meaning. This system of...
Personal hygiene is about more than vanity. Keeping yourself clean not only helps prevent the spreading of diseases, it also reduces your chances of catching them. In addition to health concerns, some societies see good personal hygiene as an...
Sweating and body odor are, in most instances, a natural function. MotherNature.com even notes body odor contains pheromones that attract the opposite sex. Apocrine glands, found in areas of dense hair follicles, are responsible for the odor. They...
Royal jelly is a thick, white secretion produced by the mandibular glands of worker honeybees to nourish the queen bee. Rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals, royal jelly is marketed as a health food; some athletes take it to enhance...
