I was co-writing a book with medical researcher Frank Mangano on lowering blood pressure without meds when I read this article from a medical journal about how “lowering blood pressure would help sexual-performance-problems.”

Ding. The lightbulb went off in my head.

You see, lowering blood pressure is probably the most healthy thing you can do for yourself. (more…)

If high blood pressure is in the top five of our “Health Issues to Be Concerned About” lists, then how about the affect on our marriages and lovelife?

High blood pressure has a significant impact on a couple’s lovelife.

  Sex is a crucial part of any relationship, and when a loving couple is not having it at least on a semi-regular basis, more often than not, the relationship sours faster than curdled milk. (more…)

A long week of work has finally reached its end. Sure, the week was difficult, but the main reason for its lengthiness was due to anticipation — anticipation of what the weekend held in store.

All weekends are great. But this weekend was billed to be WAY above average. Why? Because you were spending it with your significant other, away from it all, in one of the finest of hotels your city has to offer. And if a little bit of luck was on your side, it would turn out to be one of the more memorable “experiences” of a lifetime — ahem, if you know what I mean (and I think you do).

Turns out, things didn’t go as planned. The hotel was great, and the decor was to die for, but The Five Dreaded Words were spoken, the ones that always put the kibosh on a romantic night of lovemaking: “I’m not in the mood.” (more…)

Money problems are one of the main reasons a marriage can get into trouble. It is hard to keep a marriage happy when all you seem to think about is how to pay the bills and keep a roof over your head. (more…)

When most people hear the words “menopause” or “andropause”, they immediately think, “middle-age” and “misery”. After all, most people experience the onset of the end of their reproductive cycle during middle-age — and this is usually accompanied by emotionally and physically draining symptoms such as hot flashes, low libido, and mood swings.

However, the facts are changing, and they’re changing with the times. (more…)

Let’s just say that you and your spouse get along with each other just fine in most areas of your marriage. You have adequate communication skills. You have similar goals and dreams. The two of you have even found the right balance in your married life and personal pursuits. But then a problem arises when the bills start pouring in and the paychecks aren’t as much as you would like. You need help to manage your marital finances. (more…)

When a man realizes that his marriage is in trouble, he often isn’t sure where to turn for help. The man’s mind typically sees a problem and wants a concrete solution to fix it immediately. Marriage help is not something that can alter your marriage problems instantly. (more…)

Today, married couples often have schedules that are hectic and chaotic. Many people feel that the day needs an extra ten or twelve hours to squeeze in everything on their to-do list. Whether you are working, keeping the house in shape, driving the kid’s sports event, or cooking dinner, it is hard to find time for your marriage. (more…)

Domestic violence is a term heard frequently in today’s society. Often, when people think of domestic violence they picture a man beating the stuffing out of his wife. Although this situation is an example of domestic violence, it is not the only example of domestic violence in a marriage. Domestic violence in a marriage, of any form, will require counseling and help. Getting help is an absolute necessity for stopping domestic violence in a marriage. (more…)

Your spouse spends more time at the casinos than at home. Lottery tickets are so abundant you could wallpaper your home with them. A friendly wager on the basketball playoffs has become a problem. Your spouse has a gambling problem. In fact, he or she is addicted. Gambling addictions affect the entire family, not just the person with the addiction. Is your marriage beginning to suffer due to your spouse’s gambling problem? Do you need marriage help? (more…)

Is your spouse is always crying or lashing out in anger? One minute your partner is the man or woman you married and the next, well, you really aren’t sure who they are. It is time for some serious marriage help. (more…)

Is your marriage in crisis? Have you noticed tensions around the house? When marriage problems exist, the stress level in the home can reach extremes. Tempers may flare. Harsh words may be uttered or even screamed. You may give or receive the silent treatment. In some homes, abuse may even occur. Have you talked about these problems with your mate, but still get no response? Is your partner refusing any marriage help? (more…)

Whether you have been married six months or sixty years, there are some sure signs that your marriage is in trouble. If you see some of these problems in your marriage, you know that you and your spouse could positively benefit from marriage help. (more…)

The cost of looking after children continues to rise, and that makes it a lot harder for divorced parents. Each of the divorced parents has their own living expenses to consider, but at the same time they have to consider the expense of caring for their children. (more…)

With the increasing use of the internet comes the risk of online infidelity which can lead to marital problems and can even cause a marriage to break down. These have become known as emotional affairs. Sadly, many people in a relationship have become addicted to online chat rooms where they can indulge in sexually explicit chat in real-time with total strangers. (more…)