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Some people are unhappy with their height and wish they could be taller. Unfortunately for most adults, there is not much that can be done to increase height. After age 18, most tricks to increase height will not work, even with good nutrition and exercise However, there are ways to appear taller and prevent loss of height, which is common as people age. What determines height? Height is determined by a range of factors, including: genetics sex certain medical conditions nutrition exerciseGenetics account for the majority of a person's height. Studies on fraternal twins show that the biggest factor in determining a person's body type is heredity. Quite simply, if a person's parents are tall, it is more likely that the person will also be tall. If a person's parents are short, it is much more likely that the person will be short as well. Sex is another biologic factor that plays a role in determining a person's total height. Women tend to

The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland that plays an important role in ejaculation. It produces the fluid in semen and helps push this fluid out when a man ejaculates. About 1 in 7 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. As prostate cancer is so common, being aware of the risk factors is important. This article explores whether frequent ejaculation can reduce the risk of prostate cancer . Is there a link between ejaculation and prostate cancer? In recent years there have been a number of articles that claim ejaculating more often can reduce the risk of prostate cancer. While these claims might sound like sensationalized headlines, they may be supported in part by scientific evidence. What the research says According to a 2016 study in European Eurology , men who ejaculate more frequently are less likely to develop prostate cancer, compared to those who ejaculate less often. The research from 2016 was a follow-u

Deciding that you are now ready to quit smoking is only half the battle. Knowing where to start on your path to becoming smoke-free can help you to take the leap. We have put together some effective ways for you to stop smoking today. Tobacco use and exposure to second-hand smoke are responsible for more than 480,000 deaths each year in the United States, according to the American Lung Association. Most people are aware of the numerous health risks that arise from cigarette smoking and yet, "tobacco use continues to be the leading cause of preventable death and disease" in the U.S. Quitting smoking is not a single event that happens on one day; it is a journey. By quitting, you will improve your health and the quality and duration of your life, as well as the lives of those around you. To quit smoking, you not only need to alter your behavior and cope with the withdrawal symptoms experienced from cutting out nicotine, but you also need to find other ways

Once the flutters of a new relationship are over, for many, the slog of everyday life sets in. But how do you keep the spark alive? Sex is a key factor in most romantic relationships. In fact, earlier this year,  Medical News Today reported that the "afterglow" that newlywed couples feel for up to 2 days after having sex is associated with greater marital satisfaction. But last week, a new study showed that 34 percent of women and 15 percent of men who had lived with their partner for at least 1 year had lost interest in sex. There are many factors that can affect sexual desire. Find out how much sex has the greatest effect on happiness, why some people lose interest, and what factors contribute to long-term sexual satisfaction. How much sex is enough? In a 2016  paper , Amy Muise, Ph.D. - a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga in Canada - explains that there is plenty of evidence that "[...

Kylie Jenner is celebrating her best friend's birthday!  The 20-year-old Life of Kylie  star spent Friday with her BFF and co-star Jordyn Woods  amid pregnancy reports. Jenner and friends spent the day celebrating Woods, who turns 20 today, at Malibu Wines Safaris and then the group joined Woods for a birthday dinner. Jenner documented the day and night on Snapchat, but did not address any reports that had surfaced throughout the day. Photos and videos show the squad at the safari, hanging with animals and having what appeared to be a very fun time. It also seems like Jenner gave her BFF a car for her birthday! Jenner posted pics on Snapchat of the Mercedes and of Woods crying while being given the car. Meanwhile,  Travis Scott  made an appearance on Friday evening at LIV at the Fontainebleau in Miami.  The rapper arrived with an entourage of over 40 people and wore grey pants, Nikes, a T-shirt, diamond encrusted watch, rings and five diamond clad chains. He

Telemundo announced more Latin music stars will join their television special  Todos Unidos (All Together) in partnership with the American Red Cross .  Sunday's four-hour special will be hosted by TV icon  Mario "Don Francisco" Kreutzberger  and will be in support of the victims of the recent natural disasters in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Texas and Florida. The special event will feature performances by  Chyno ,  Elvis Crespo ,  Luis Fonsi ,  Ricardo Montaner ,  Ednita Nazario ,  Justin Quiles ,  Roberto Tapia ,  Noel Torres  and Yuri . Also,  Jennifer Lopez ,  Miguel Bose ,  Kate del Castillo ,  Larry Hernandez , Rafael ,  Prince Royce ,  Alejandro Sanz ,  Thalía and  Daddy Yankee  will join to bring a message of hope in these moments of solidarity.  The heartwarming TV event will air this Sunday, September 24 from 7-11PM/6-10CT. Todos Unidos  will be produced from Miami, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Houston and Los Angeles and will be airing s

Audrina Patridge  promises she's "doing OK" after filing for divorce from Corey Bohan . The former Hills star took to Instagram today to share a sweet photo of their daughter, Kirra , alongside a message thanking her fans for their support during what's been a difficult few days.   "Light of my life," Patridge. This little beauty lights up the room wherever she is," Patridge began, adding, "I appreciate all your thoughts & messages, this is a difficult time but we are doing okay xoxo (Kirra loves this little dress my grandma made it for my aunt 50+ years ago and it's still in perfect condition & cute as ever)." This is the first time Patridge has spoken out since news broke that she filed for divorce from Bohan and obtained a restraining order against him.   On Monday, Patridge obtained a temporary restraining order against Bohan, and two days later, she filed for divorce. The couple was married for 10 months.

MILAN, Italy — Second only to oil, fashion is one of the world’s most polluting industries. Practically every stage in the life cycle of clothing has negative implications for our planet. And if the world’s population rises to 8.5 billion people by 2030, as expected by the United Nations, overall apparel consumption will rise by 63 percent, from 62 million tonnes today to 102 million tonnes in 2030, significantly amplifying the scale of the problem, according to a recent report by the Boston Consulting Group and Global Fashion Agenda, a forum on fashion and sustainability. Now, Livia Firth ’s sustainability consultancy Eco-Age and the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (CNMI) have teamed up to co-host the Green Carpet Fashion Awards, a glitzy event which will showcase the “Made in Italy” supply chain, celebrate the Italian producers that champion ethical practices, and spotlight sustainability success stories before a crowd of celebrities and industry insiders at

As far as denim goes, there are pretty much two camps of thought. Either you constantly search the web for the most recent drop of your favorite brand's new pairs, or you're a die-hard vintage buyer who won't even look at a new pair. If you fall into the latter category, what we're about to say next will go against your entire outlook toward denim shopping, but we promise it's worth the disruption. Many have tried before to re-create the way vintage jeans fit, their thick material, and so many other seemingly impossible-to-capture details. What sets the brand B Sides apart from the rest is its relentless search for "stretch that doesn't look like stretch" which led them to a "family-owned mill in Georgia, founded in 1845, that carried a thick, slubby indigo twill with stretch—a decades-old material kept in production solely for manufacturers of farm gear."  Additionally, the brand is retailing its creations at affordable

WHO won Instagram at London Fashion Week? According to the social media platform’s in-house data team, the answer is Topshop, which beat Christopher Bailey’s ode to Britain at Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger’s celebrity-packed extravaganza to become the most buzzed about show on Instagram, the company revealed exclusively to Vogue . Topshop amassed more tags, mentions, and comments than any other designer during London Fashion Week. So how did the home-grown, high-street mainstay best both a heritage icon and a spectacle that had not one, not two, but three Hadid siblings? Aside from the parade of top models, which included industry darlings Adwoa Aboah, Joan Smalls and Jourdan Dunn, Topshop’s presence is unrivalled on the social media platform.  The brand posted more videos and stories than any other designer during London Fashion Week - and twice as many stories over the last month than third-place Hilfiger. But with the longest runway and the largest in-person audience o