Ginseng root can help make you feel more awake, focused, and alert during the day. To get these benefits, consume an energy drink, tea, or juice with ginseng root in it. You can have ginseng drinks in the morning as an alternative to caffeine to help give you energy throughout the day. Taking ginseng root at night may interfere with sleeping. It is better to take ginseng earlier in the day. If you are feeling nervous, anxious, jittery, or hyper, you may have taken too much. This is typically not dangerous, although you should see a doctor if you are not feeling well. While ginseng alone cannot treat cancer, it may be able to relieve some symptoms and slightly reduce the frequency of tumors. Talk to your doctor before you start taking ginseng root to make sure that it will not interfere with your medications. Ginseng may also be able to treat fatigue in cancer patients. Take daily supplements of ground ginseng root pills. Ginseng should always be used in combination with professional treatment. Do not start taking it without talking to your doctor first. Taking a ginseng supplement twice a day during cold and flu season may be able to boost your immune system and prevent sickness. If you do get sick, the ginseng root may reduce your symptoms and make you feel better faster. If you are over 65, your best chance to avoid the flu is to get a flu shot. Ginseng root is considered fairly safe for use, and it is not known to interact with many medications. That said, for people with certain conditions or prescriptions, ginseng root may cause problems. Ginseng root may interact with insulin, anti-psychotic drugs, and blood thinners, such as Warfarin. Ginseng root is a stimulant. If you use other stimulants, such as caffeine, or if you have a heart condition, you may want to avoid using it. Ginseng root's safety during pregnancy is not known. It may be best to avoid if you are pregnant.

Summary: Drink ginseng to improve alertness and energy. Take ginseng with cancer drugs. Consume ginseng root during cold and flu season. Avoid it if you have certain health conditions.

When diagnosing sexual dysfunction, the provider may do an examination and ask you questions to get a better understanding of your problems. Your provider may check testosterone levels, which are primary in understanding men's sexual health. Your provider may ask about any current medications, alcohol or drug use, and lifestyle changes that may affect your sexual satisfaction. Some possible tests your provider may request include a complete blood count, a urine test, a blood glucose test, a Serum creatinine test, a lipid profile, testosterone test, and/or a Prolactin level test. Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects many men, especially those over 40. It is defined by the inability to maintain an erection during intercourse. Some possible causes of ED include improper blood flow, a nerve disorder, penis injury, some chronic diseases, and some medications. Over time, ED can cause stress and anxiety. ED is associated with some medical diagnoses, such as diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, spinal cord compression and pituitary tumors. Some men struggle with premature ejaculation (PE), which occurs when before or immediately after penetration. Some factors influencing PE include stress, depression, history of sexual repression, and low self-confidence. Some people may be unable to ejaculate at all. Some possible causes include medications (like certain antidepressants), sexual anxiety, or a history of sexual trauma. Sometimes, deeply held religious beliefs can interfere with sexual satisfaction. Both men and women can struggle with libido. Some common problems for men with low libido include a low testosterone level, physical illness, or medication side-effects. Stress, depression, or anxiety about having sex or sexual performance can lead to problems with sexual desire. Relationship problems can also lead to low libido. Certain medical conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure can lead to a low libido.

Summary: Make an appointment with a medical doctor. Look at problems with erectile disfunction. Identify ejaculation problems. Address problems with a low libido.

Turn on your broiler and get it heated to about 550F (290C). Also, position the top rack 5 inches (12 cm) from the top of the broiler. Unless your grill pan has a non-stick surface, coat it with non-stick cooking spray or oil to prevent the meat from sticking to it. Place your steak in the grill pan and place the pan on the top rack of the preheated broiler. For rare, close the door and allow it to cook for 4 minutes, before opening the door and flipping it to cook for another 4 minutes on the other side. For medium-rare, add 1-3 minutes and for medium, add 3-5 minutes, to the total cooking time. Remove the steak from the broiler if it is charred to your liking. Use a small sharp knife, to make a small cut in the middle of the steak. If it looks done, serve immediately; if not, return it to the oven and broil it for another minute before removing and serving it. Serve whole or sliced.

Summary: Preheat your broiler. Prepare your pan. Broil your steak. Check and serve your steak.

Drinking a nutritionally complete protein shake is a great way to start your day, or to provide yourself with an easy lunch or supper replacement on the go. Start by adding 1 or 2 scoops of your favorite protein powder to a blender. Since men and women have different nutritional needs, it is recommended that women go for 1 scoop of powder while men add two. The recommended amounts for each sex are only a suggestion. Add more or less protein powder depending on your personal needs. To add vitamins and fiber to your drink, choose an easy-to-blend vegetable to include. Opt for a vegetable with a light flavor that won't overpower the other ingredients. Wash and dry the vegetable and cut it up as much as possible to make it easier to blend. Spinach is a great, nutrient-rich vegetable option. Kale and beet greens are also good choices. If you wish, mix different vegetables into your meal replacement drink. Putting fruit into your protein drink is a good way to boost the vitamin content and well as the overall flavor. Bananas, cherries, and other berries are great choices since they add sweetness and round out the taste of the other ingredients. Be sure to wash the fruit thoroughly and remove any seeds, pits, or peels before blending. Fruit like grapefruit and cranberry might be too bitter to add to a smoothie or their own, but they can be combined with other sweet fruit to even out the taste. A meal replacement drink is not complete without the addition of a healthy source of fat. Nut butters are an excellent option, as well as seeds like flax or chia. Coconut oil is also a great choice that will not overpower the taste of your drink. If you add seeds, make sure to blend your drink thoroughly to break the down as much as possible. Mix the ingredients together in the blender for 30 seconds, then add a splash of a liquid of your choice. This could be water, milk, almond milk, or fruit juice. Blend the drink again. Add more liquid and keep blending until the drink is the consistency that you want.
Summary: Start with 1-2 scoops of protein powder. Add 1 cup of a mild-tasting vegetable, like spinach. Add 1 cup of a flavorful fruit. Include 1-2 spoonfuls of a healthy fat. Mix the ingredients, then blend in a liquid.