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Specialists warn that commonly used herbal remedies can be very dangerous, especially when taken with prescription drugs.

Professor Roger Byard, a forensic pathologist at the University of Adelaide, says that many herbal remedies contain extremely toxic ingredients.

Scientists uncovered the secrets of the fertilization process, discovering the mechanism that makes sperm swim to the egg. This finding can lead to the development of the innovative male birth control methods and new infertility treatments.

If you want to lose weight easily, opt for high altitude location, a new study says.

German researchers studies how altitude affected weight loss without changing a person's activity level or diet.

A novel weight loss supplement shows promise in helping you shed extra weight more quickly. Scientists at the University of Oklahoma Health and Exercise Science Department studied the weight loss supplement that is claimed to burn as many calories as 20-minute walk.

Many men and women know about the importance of healthy eating when trying to conceive and during pregnancy. However, some healthy eating habits can be harmful for your fertility and make it hard for you to conceive. What foods should you avoid or limit their intake if you are trying to conceive?

Can you boost your libido with a diet? Yes, you can, if you include the right food in your meals, specialists say. Find out what are the most popular foods that increase your sex drive and improve your sexual performance in bed.

The largest manufacturers of the clothing now work on the development of innovative and intelligent fabrics, nanofabrics and wearable technology. These smart clothes look like ordinary clothes, but use the latest technology innovations to help you deal with various health conditions and prevent diseases.

A novel emergency contraception pill can be used up to 120 hours to prevent unwanted pregnancy, scientists say.

EllaOne, a new morning after-pill that was released in November contains ulipristal acetate, a selective progesterone receptor modulator.

When the cold and flu season begins, many people turn to natural cures to treat the illnesses. Natural remedies may shorten the duration of the colds and flu and may relieve some symptoms of the flu and cold. What are the most effective natural remedies for cold and flu to help you feel better?

Many women face the problems of getting pregnant after the age 35. Apart from the fact that female fertility declines after 35 women have to deal with a number of health issues to conceive a healthy child. The most common problems of women over 35, who are trying to conceive, are ovulation disorders, Pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, lower quality and quantity of eggs. There are many ways to improve your chances for conception if you are over 35

Women exposed to high levels of chemicals found in household items, have lower chances of getting pregnant, study says.

The scientists at University of California-Berkeley revealed that flame retardants called PBDEs, or polybrominated diphenyl ethers, found inside home in carpets, foam furniture, electronics, plastics and other items disrupt hormonal balance and lead to reduced fertility.

If you think about potty training your child, the best time would be between ages two and three, specialists reveal.

The study conducted by Dr. Joseph Barone, chief of urology at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital in New Brunswick, N. J. says that the time when to start to potty train a child is more important than method.

If you care not only about physical development of your future baby, but his or her psychological well-being, start playing music during pregnancy. Now you can use Ritmo Advanced Pregnancy Sound System specially designed by Nuvo Group for this purpose.

A new device for IVF procedure that imitates embryo motions in the body will considerably improve success rates of fertility treatment, study says.

Researchers from University of Michigan came up with the novel way to help couples struggling with infertility.

People, who spend most of their time sitting at the computer or TV, are at increased risk of numerous diseases, even if they are exercising regularly.

The research conducted by Swedish scientists at the Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, showed that one hour of sedentary time, spent on TV watching increases the risk of developing metabolic syndrome by 26 percent.

Forget about antiperspirants and perfume, if you want to be more attractive for the opposite sex. A new study revealed that women's natural body odor affect's male testosterone level.

Saul L. Miller and Jon K. Maner, the leading authors and the psychology researchers from the Florida State University revealed that during ovulation, women emit body odor that is attractive for men, increasing men's testosterone levels.

If you want to get pregnant, but are still on birth control, you will need to discontinue using your contraceptive method. Many women, who use long-term birth control methods such as an IUD wonder if it can affect their fertility and when to remove an IUD before getting pregnant?

A new drug Avanafil acts much faster than other erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra, Cialis or Levitra, study shows.

Vivus, the pharmaceutical company that developed Avanafil drug, an innovative, PDE5 inhibitor for the treatment of ED (erectile dysfunction), claims that the drug is going to rival well-known ED medications, given the fact that it is effective in just 15 minutes.

Men, who have sex on a regular basis are less likely to develop heart disease, a new study suggests.

The 16-year study conducted at the New England Research Institute in Massachusetts included more than 1,000 men.

Girls, who enter puberty earlier than 12 years, were found to be more aggressive than later bloomers, a new study says.

The study conducted at University of Queensland, Australia revealed that teenage girls, who had early puberty, are more likely to have delinquent behavior, being involved in stealing, fighting and drug taking.