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What is TESTOSTERONE?  Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone and anabolic steroid.  In male humans, testosterone plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues such as testes and prostate, as well as promoting secondary sexual characteristics such as increased muscle and bone mass, and the growth of body hair. In addition, testosterone is involved in health and well-being, and the prevention of osteoporosis. Insufficient levels of testosterone in men may lead to abnormalities including frailty and bone loss. ROLE OF TESTOSTERONE IN ADULT 1   testosterone effects on sex organs . testosterone increase the size of penis,scrotum and testes after puberty.t testosterone is necessary for spermatogenesis. 2 testosterone effects on physical body & mentally.           - development of musculature after puberty         - increase the thickness of bones ,size of bones and strength of bone .     ...

1 Oily fish  such as salmon, mackerel, herrings and sardines are rich in a nutrient called Omega 3, which is essential for development and maintenance of brain tissue. Nutritionists recommend two portions of oily fish a week as part of a balanced diet. Tinned or fresh is equally acceptable and both have good nutritional value. 2 Blueberries  High in antioxidants and a rich source of vitamin C, blueberries have been shown in many studies to guard against short term memory loss. Eating them can help aid Co-ordination and balance amongst other things. 3 Avocado  Often avoided because it is felt they have a high fat & cholesterol content, avocados facilitate blood flow to the brain, which is essential for keeping the mind alert and focused to concentrate on the stresses of the day. They can also help to reduce overall blood pressure in the body. 4 Pumpkin Seeds   Another rich source of Omega 3 oils and Zinc, they are perfect for any...

“ Positive thinking  is a mental and emotional attitude that focuses on the bright side of life and expects  positive  results.” ... Having a  positive mindset  means making  positive thinking  a habit, continually searching for the silver lining and making the best out of any situation you find yourself in. 1. BELIEVE First, believe you have it, thatshows you are on the path ofgrowth, it shows you are ready tolearn and you are pro learning NEW stuff. Believe in your inner GUTS that's the first stage, there will be a fierce battle with doubt so believing itself isn't going be easy. The greatest battle ever fought is in the mind, it's within yourself:Something is always coming to challenge what you say you are and you have to be prepared and equipped to face it. Knowing fully well that everything you ever want is in you- the positive mindset is in you: you aren't really changing. you are only discovering who you really are and wh...

YOGA is a healthy way of life, originated in India. Now, it is believed to be a form of science accepted all over the world. The western culture is also accepting it as a healthy form of scientific exercise. Although the origin of yoga is obscure, it has a long tradition. Yoga for a common person contains the practices of yama, niyama, asana, pranayama,pratyahara, kriya and meditation, which are helpful to keep oneself physically fit, mentally alert and emotionally balanced. You development of an individual . Intrasting fact about yoga "yoga improves your BODY, MIND and SPIRITUAL POWER ' WHAT IS YOGA? The word ‘Yoga’ is derived from Sanskrit root yuj which means ‘join’ or ‘unite’.  This may be taken as the union of body, mind and soul, and is used in the literature both as an end as well as means.  As an end, yoga signifies ‘integration of personality’ at the highest level.  As means, yoga includes various practices and techniques which are employed t...

What are the must-read books for a student? Books play a significant role in our life. They say that "When you open a book, you open a new world". I believe that everyone would agree with this statement as books have become inevitable to mankind. For the majority of people, books are part of their everyday life. A book is like a best friend who will never walk away from you. There are some books you must read 1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey is a self-improvement book. It is written on Covey's belief that the way we see the world is entirely based on our own perceptions. In order to change a given situation, we must change ourselves, and in order to change ourselves, we must be able to change our perceptions. 2. How to Win Friends and Influence People: This is one of the most timeless self help books ever written. Carnegie believed that most successes come from an ability to communica...

Before we get started, it’s important to note that none of these methods fall under what we would term the dark arts of influencing people. Anything that might be harmful to someone in any way, especially to their self esteem, is not included here. These are ways to win friends and influence people using psychology without being a jerk or making someone feel bad. 1. Get Favors Trick: Get someone to do a favor for you—also known as the Benjamin Franklin effect. Legend has it that Benjamin Franklin once wanted to win over a man who didn’t like him. He asked the man to lend him a rare book and when the book was received he thanked him graciously. As a result, this the man who had never wanted to speak to him before, became good friends with Franklin. To quote Franklin: “He that has once done you a kindness will be more ready to do you another than he whom you yourself have obliged.” Scientists decided to test this theory and found that those who were asked by the resear...