Mental Disorders

Sex Problems in Men Linked to High BPA Levels
In our workplaces, we may have more to worry about than just our deadlines, especially if you work around chemicals. It has been found that workers who are exposed to very high levels of the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) were four to seven times more likely to report sexual function difficulties than were the workers with no occupational exposure to BPA. Earlier studies have linked exposure to BPA to reproduction problems in animals, however, this is the first five-year study to do so in humans. There is now evidence that BPA has harmful effects on the male reproductive system.

Keeping Warm and Cozy During Winter May Expand Your Waistline
According to a new study conducted by researchers at the University College London, the ever-increasing expectation of thermal comfort could be having a negative impact on the healthy balance between brown and white fat in the body, resulting in a reduction of the body's ability to generate heat. Findings of the study showed evidence suggesting that a reduction in the exposure to seasonal cold may not only diminish the need for the body to generate heat, but also lessen its capacity to do so, which has a dual impact on a person's ability to maintain a healthy weight.