Mens Health
While women are more likely to get osteoporosis than men, it doesn’t mean men shouldn’t be concerned. Experts estimate that one-fifth to one-third of all hip fractures occur in men and that symptomatic vertebral (spine) fractures occur about half as often in men as in women. After age 50, six percent of all men will… Read more »
When a man says he wants to lose some weight, chances are the first thing he’ll do is go for a run or hit the treadmill. A lot of men believe that cardio equals weight loss. But most guys are going about it all wrong. Cardio is about conditioning your body to work at varying… Read more »
It’s no secret that most guys enjoy a good snack. In fact, many of us try to make sure that snack is healthy, rich in protein and low in fat. Recent surveys reveal that 91 percent of adults snack at least once a day and 71 percent actively aim to add more protein to their… Read more »
Bad news guys – osteoporosis isn’t just for women. It poses a significant threat to millions of men in the United States. Despite that staggering number, surveys suggest that the majority of men still view osteoporosis as a “woman’s disease.” Most men don’t even know what puts them at risk; let alone how to reduce that risk. Osteoporosis… Read more »
Stress can have a significant impact on your health, but did you know that stress can also impact prostate health? Chronic stress and anxiety can lead to increased risk of prostatitis, prostate cancer and enlarged prostate. Reducing the amount of stress in your life while also eating better and exercising regularly may help slow the progression… Read more »
The prostate, which is part of the male reproductive system, is a gland that surrounds the bladder and urethra. It is about the size of a walnut and grows throughout a man’s life. As you age, it’s important to maintain a healthy prostate. The gland can become enlarged, and prostate cancer is one of the… Read more »
A recent study suggests that vitamin D deficiency can lead to highly aggressive prostate tumors. A report in the journal Clinical Cancer Research, showed that the lower the vitamin D level, the more aggressive the prostate cancer. The study adds to a growing body of information on the importance of vitamin D, including in the… Read more »
The prostate is part of the male reproductive system. Throughout a man’s life, the prostate grows until it’s about the size of a walnut. Maintaining a healthy prostate is important because it can become enlarged and prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. There are things you can do to improve your… Read more »
Recent movements have been aimed at encouraging men to take their health seriously. For example, the goal of National Men’s Health Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Men – you can prioritize your health a by doing the following:… Read more »
Over 30 million men suffer from prostate conditions that impact their quality of life. There’s no proven prostate cancer prevention strategy. But you may reduce your risk of prostate cancer and other prostate related conditions by making healthy choices, such as exercising and eating a healthy diet. Instead of focusing on fad diets or specific… Read more »