Great question! The amount of calories that you need every day depends on a number of variables such as: biological sex, age, height, current weight, level of physical activity and … read more
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I am a boy but my behavior is a bit girlish. My friends always tease me over this. How can I start behaving manly?
Some people believe that only girls/women have certain behaviors such as: being sensitive and expressing more love, fear and sadness than guys, talking a certain way and even walking a … read more
I’m 13 and I don’t have body hair yet, but I want it. How can I get it in big quantities and fast?
There is really no way to speed up the natural process of puberty. With that being said, young men typically notice hair under their arms and in other places before … read more
I met a girl that I really liked. We had great conversations, and I’m really attracted to her and I can tell she has the same feelings. I feel excited around her, but I don’t know how to talk to her, and now we live far apart. I can’t stop thinking about her and not being with her makes me sad. What should I do?
It sounds like you have fallen in love for the first time. Love is a very powerful emotion. From what you describe, it appears as though the girl you care … read more
What age will the wet dreams start?
Puberty is a time when your body begins to change. The average age when a boy’s body begins to mature is usually around age 10 or 11, but can range … read more
I am obsessed with having good looks, which I believe helps attract girls. Because of this, I am beginning to have low self-esteem towards myself. How can I solve my problem?
Self-esteem is a complicated issue for everyone. In teen years, there is a lot of worry about how teens look and what others think of them because of how they … read more
I have a few pimple like bumps between my penis and stomach, I am not sexually active. They have been there for at least a month. They hurt when in contact with anything. How do I get rid of them?
Pimples are small red bumps that are not contagious, and can appear anywhere on the body. They can be painful when they are hard and inflamed. Other possible causes of … read more
Does masturbation cause depression or any other health problems?
The act of masturbation does not cause depression or any other health problem except occasional genital irritation, which is not dangerous. Some cultures and religions frown upon masturbation, so sometimes people feel badly … read more
What happens if you are obese and you have no friends and your parents can’t help you and you don’t know what to do? I just have a mom and she doesn’t understand what is going on inside of my body.
It sounds like you could benefit from talking to your doctor or other health care professional about this. They might be able to suggest a program in your area that … read more
Is it necessary to remove your all clothes including underclothes while having sex?
Many people find it more comfortable to remove their clothes and underclothes while having sex, just because it is easier, but not everyone does. In fact, many guys find that … read more