What Do You Know About Prostate Health?

What do you know about prostate health? Over the last twenty years, the number of younger men diagnosed with prostate cancer has increased nearly six times. Over 10 percent of new prostate cancer diagnoses in the U.S. occur in men younger than 55 years old. In younger men, doctors are finding the disease is often…

Whey Protein for Men

Men can benefit from whey protein. How? Whey protein is a complete, high-quality protein that contains all of the essential amino acids.  It is highly digestible, absorbed quickly in comparison to other types of protein, and is one of the best dietary sources of protein available.  There are numerous men’s health benefits of whey protein, including: Men…

Guys – You Need These Four Foods

Most guys are aware that a healthy diet is necessary for good health. But they may not be eating enough of the specific foods needed to combat common men’s health concerns. Erectile dysfunction, muscle recovery after exercise, depression, cognitive impairment and more — can be improved with proper nutrition.  Start by trying these four foods:

Four Reasons Men Need Vitamin D

Vitamin D isn’t just for the ladies. There are many health benefits for men as well. The most current research has shown time and again that vitamin D is vital for more than just bone health. This powerful nutrient also plays a role in supporting heart health, mental acuity and more.  Here are four reasons men need vitamin…

Chronic Inflammation and Prostate Cancer

Researchers have found a link between chronic inflammation in prostate tissue, (an over reactive response of the body’s immune system) and aggressive prostate cancer.  Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer in American men.  The findings were published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. Scientists studied a type of prostate… Read more »

Five Reasons Men Lose Weight Faster than Women

During this past year, many of us put on some extra pounds.  Whether from stress eating, or just being home and around food all the time, the Covid weight gain is real. If you’re a woman and it seems like your male partner is having more luck than you, you’re not imagining things.  Men typically… Read more »

The Top Three Vitamins and Minerals Men Need

Vitamins and minerals are essential to overall health. They perform many critical roles in the body, from producing energy to ensuring proper function of bodily systems. Not getting enough of certain nutrients can negatively impact your health and even contribute to certain diseases. Here are the top three vitamins and minerals men need: Vitamin D –… Read more »

Tips for Summer Fitness

Just because it’s hazy, hot and humid out there, doesn’t mean you need to skip your workout.  You just need to be smart about your summer fitness routine.  Risk of dehydration is higher than in cooler months. During the cooler months, when you exercise, your body is warmer than the environment, but when it’s blazing… Read more »

The Potential Dangers of Energy Drinks

Our fast-paced, stressful lives often leave us wishing for extra hours in the day.  By lunchtime, we’re out of steam and need a little pick-me-up.  Hence the rise of the energy drinks industry.  A recent study published in Health Psychology found that men who subscribed most to stereotypically masculine beliefs were also more likely to believe… Read more »