News and Features Related to Men's Health
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Jason Lewis Reveals the Guy's Side of Sex and the City
First there was HBO's Sex and the City, a pop-culture juggernaut that introduced an era of designer stilettos as foreplay. Next came the blockbuster film in 2008. Now, the sequel, which opened May 27. Among fans of all three, actor Jason Lewis -- who has played Jerry "Smith" Jerrod since season six
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Avodart May Lower Prostate Cancer Risk
March 31, 2010 -- A widely prescribed drug used to shrink enlarged prostates appears to reduce the incidence of prostate cancer in men with an increased risk for the disease. In a trial involving more than 8,000 men from 42 countries, those who took the drug Avodart had a 23% lower risk of being dia
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Anthony Bourdain's Recipe for a Good Life
I have yet to turn down food. Anywhere. I try very hard to be a good and grateful and appreciative guest. Chances are, the culture where I'm eating has been doing it longer and better than mine. I consider myself fortunate to be there, and try to act accordingly. Things are much better now -- with f
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Balding Before 30 May Cut Prostate Cancer Risk
March 19, 2010 -- Here's potentially good news for balding men, especially young balding men who may be distressed by their lack of locks. Hair loss before age 30 is associated with a lower risk of prostate cancer later in life, according to a new study that contradicts some earlier research. ''Men
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Vitamin and Mineral Supplements for Men
In an ideal world, everyone would get all the nutrition, all the vitamins and minerals they need from the food they eat. But… "That's wishful thinking," says Chicago-based dietitian David Grotto, RD, the author of 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life and a former spokesman for the American Dietetic A
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Generic Drug for Enlarged Prostate Approved
March 2, 2010 --The first generic version of Flomax, a medication to treat the signs and symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland, has won the approval of the FDA. The generic version of Flomax, known as tamsulosin, will be made by IMPAX Laboratories of Haywood, Calif. Under FDA regulations, the gene
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Women's Scent Triggers Hormone Surge in Men
Jan. 15, 2010 -- Forget the pricey perfume. The natural scent of a woman at her most fertile may be enough to attract a mate. A new study shows that when men smell T-shirts worn by women while ovulating, it triggers a surge in the sex hormone testosterone. Researchers say it's the first study to sh
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Condoms: A Virtual Orgy of Sizes, Shapes, and Tastes
The condom wizard is helping me choose a condom. "I am the condom wizard," he confidently declares, "and I shall help you find the condoms that are right for you." I have to admit I'd feel easier getting the condom wizard's advice on the best condom for me if he weren't wearing one condom on his hea
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The 6 Most Common STDs in Men
Italians called it “the Spanish disease.” The French dubbed it “the English disease.” Among Russians, it was known as “the Polish disease.” Among Arabs? “The disease of Christians.” No one wanted to claim it, and with good reason. The disease, syphilis, begins by causing crusty sores in private plac
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The Best Diets for Men
After four years of following one diet plan after another and watching his weight yo-yo up and down, Marv Leicher finally discovered the secret formula for losing weight and keeping it off successfully. And he’s not sharing it with anyone. "I wasted enough of my own time following somebody else’s i
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