News and Features Related to Men's Health
-
Fit and Healthy Men: Wellness Tips From the Pros
When you're an NFL player, rushing hundreds of yards while trying to block or tackle 300-pound guys is just part of the routine. To be a pro, you've got to be in top shape. "They have to be strong and powerful," Barry Rubin, head strength and conditioning coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, says. "The
Read Full Article -
TV Viewing Linked to Lower Sperm Count
Feb. 5, 2013 -- Healthy young men who watch TV for more than 20 hours a week have almost half the sperm count of men who watch very little television. But men who do 15 or more hours of moderate to vigorous exercise every week have sperm counts that are 73% higher than those who exercise for less th
Read Full Article -
Calcium Supplements Tied to Heart Risk in Men
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Feb. 4 (HealthDay News) -- Men taking calcium supplements may be running a nearly 20 percent increased risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, a new study suggests. Both men and women take calcium supplements to prevent bone loss. In this study of cal
Read Full Article -
5 Common Mistakes Men Make After Divorce
Adapting to life after divorce is hard for guys under the best of circumstances. But you can make it easier on yourself, your ex, and your children if you avoid some of the most common mistakes. Too many men seek out a new relationship before the dust has settled on their divorce, says psychologist
Read Full Article -
What Men Don't Know About Shaving
Basic shaving can be quick and easy. Just pick up a razor and drag it across your face until the stubble’s gone. A really good shave, on the other hand, requires a little more effort and know-how. Even if you've been shaving for years, you might learn something, from dermatologists and a barber who’
Read Full Article -
How Low Testosterone Affects Your Health
Pete Evans knew something was wrong when he had sudden problems getting an erection. At 52, he had always had an active sex life. Even the bone marrow transplant he underwent in the summer of 2009 had little effect on his libido. Then, six months after the transplant, he lost his ability -- and his
Read Full Article -
How to Get Out of a Midlife Crisis
Many men go through a phase when they take a hard look at the life they're living. They think they could be happier, and if they need to make a big change, they feel the urge to do it soon. These thoughts can trigger a midlife crisis. By realizing you're in this phase, then making wise choices, you
Read Full Article -
Belly Fat Bad for Men's Bones
Nov. 28, 2012 (Chicago) -- Obese men with beer bellies may be at greater risk of weak bones and fractures than obese men whose fat tends to gather in the thighs and buttocks, a small study suggests. Previous research has shown that belly fat is bad for women's bones. So when a recent study showed th
Read Full Article -
Does Working Out Affect Testosterone Levels?
If you’re a man with low testosterone, exercise may help. Doctors and fitness professionals still have a lot to learn about exercise and its effects on testosterone. Several factors besides your workout are involved. But one thing is clear: You need to make exercise a habit in order to get the bene
Read Full Article -
Father's Day Presents: Skin and Body
Another Father’s Day doesn’t have to mean another tie, book, or photo mug. Opt for a gift that will help him look and feel great. We asked Michael Gold, MD, a dermatologist at Gold Skin Care Center in Nashville, to share his top picks. 1. A Close Shave Gillette Fusion ProGlide Power Razor No other
Read Full Article
