Before there were packaged goods, processed foods, GMOs and an ongoing debate between organic or not, there was dirt, seeds, water and roaming animals. It may be hard to consider now, but the dawn of man produced hunters and gatherers and humans had to get their own food – not by heading to the supermarket.

There were no sprays to kill insects, no chemicals or genes added or modified. No extra-large tomatoes or vibrant yellow bananas. Food was simple. It was either found, picked or hunted. And although there weren’t doctors or research scientists to confirm the benefits of such eating, it seems that when it comes to dietary habits, eating like our ancestors has some merit.

Diets come and diets go, but one in particular seems to have staying power and for good reasons as well. It’s based on eating similar to that of prehistoric man and it’s being touted as one of the best way to eat. It’s called the Paleo diet.

What is the Paleo diet?
The Paleo diet was created by Loren Cordain, a now-famous author, speaker and professor of health and exercise science at Colorado State University, who specializes in disease and diet. The Paleo diet itself reflects food items and methods of eating similar to our Stone Age ancestors – that’s right, this diet is framed around eating like cavemen. Through scientific research and peer-reviewed studies, Cordain has uncovered many health benefits to eating the Stone Age way.

There are seven premise on which the Paleo diet guidelines are based:

High protein
Low carbohydrates and low glycemic index
High fiber
Moderate to high fat intake – monosaturated and polysaturated fats with omega-3s and 6s

High potassium, low sodium
Net dietary alkaline balances dietary acid – some foods produce acid (meat) and others are alkaline (fruits and vegetables). Eating a balance of both alkaline and acid foods can have positive health effects.

High intake of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and plant phytochemicals.

Men who are concerned about appropriate male organ care – and every man should be – want to make sure they do all they can to ensure premium sensual health. But the world of sensual health matters is littered with all sorts of misinformation, old wives tales and myths. One of the recurring ones concerns the use of mint as it relates to the male member. According to some sources, mint can be a fine sensual aid, but other sources insist there are dangers to sensual health in the overuse of mint. So what is a guy to believe?

Mint

It seems as if mint is everywhere around us. Spearmint is a popular flavor of chewing gum. Peppermint candies are a treat for kids and adults alike. The range of mint teas seems to have grown exponentially. As menthol, mint is found in several brands of cigarettes and cough drops. And “minty fresh” has become synonymous with toothpastes and other oral hygiene products. It’s even used in some environmentally friendly pesticides in place of toxic chemicals.

There are well over a dozen different kinds of mint plants, and they grow across most of the inhabited continents (although not so often in South America). This popular herb can grow all year long in the appropriate conditions.

The male organ connection

So why should mint have any connection with the male organ? Certainly, anything that is ingested has the potential to affect parts of the body, including the manhood.

One of the more common theories associated with mint is that it has the effect of numbing the member naturally. According to this theory, performing oral sensual activity on a firm male organ after sucking on a mint cough drop will temporarily de-sensitize the member so it can stay harder for a longer period of time during sensual activity. A variant on this theory recommends using mint oil on a firm male organ for the same purpose.

There is a little scientific reasoning to back up this claim. Parts of the body contain a protein with a long scientific name, more generally known as TRPM8. When mint comes into contact with TRPM8, it sends a signal to the brain that says “Experience this sensation as cold.” So although mint itself is not cold, it makes the body think it is. And so the theory is that getting mint on a firm male organ will numb it sufficiently that it acts as a kind of “delay spray.” However, there are no studies to prove that mint applied to the manhood will indeed result in longer-lasting coupling.

Male hormone

And in fact, some people believe mint could have a negative effect on sensual health and function. Some men have claimed that mint depresses their sensual drive. A 2004 study involving mint tea given to male rats seemed to back this up. The intake of mint tea was associated with both an increase in female hormones and a decrease in male hormone.

A study in women with high male hormone levels later found the same thing – that mint caused their male hormone levels to drop and their female hormone levels to rise.

Since male hormone in men is associated with an increased sensual drive, the studies suggest that too much mint could indeed cause an effect. But more studies would be needed to definitively prove this.

Whether or not mint affects a man’s sensual health, it pays to keep his male member in excellent form. Daily use of a first-rate male organ health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven mild and safe for skin) is a big aid in this regard. Choose a crème that contains the amino acid L-arginine, which is key to the development of nitric oxide. This in turn keeps male organ blood vessels open and receptive to increased blood flow. The best creme will also include a wide range of essential vitamins, such as A, B5, C, D and E.

Visit http://www.menshealthfirst.com for additional information on most common manhood health issues, tips on improving male organ sensitivity and what to do to maintain a healthy member. John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men’s health issues and is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous websites.

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