men’s health

June 12th marks the beginning of International Men’s Health Week. It is the time of year to promote awareness of health and wellness issues affecting boys and men. To assist our male readers—and the women in their lives—we have gathered some of our most interesting articles dealing with men’s health. Testosterone makes men more confident ...click here to read more

If you’re an aging man, you should be concerned about your prostate health. It’s a sensitive topic, and to this day, many men prefer not to discuss it at all. Yes, it may take extra effort to make an appointment and speak frankly with your doctor about your “embarrassing” problems. But an open conversation with ...click here to read more

Testicular atrophy is the medical term given to shrunken testicles. The testicles are organs involved in the male reproductive system that reside in a bag-like structure called the scrotum. They are involved in sperm production and the secretion of male sex hormones. The shrinkage of one or both testicles depends on the severity and duration ...click here to read more

Male menopause meaning Hormonal changes don’t just happen in women, they also occur in men as well. Much like how women start to see declining levels of estrogen, men can see a decline in testosterone—the male sex hormone. People joke about men having a mid-life crisis and going through menopause like women do, but it ...click here to read more

Soy-based products like tofu, miso, tempeh, and soy milk are go-to items of choice for vegans and vegetarians as a means of getting their protein. Soy milk is also used frequently by people who are lactose intolerant. Soy milk is as nutritious—if not more so—than common cow’s milk. In recent years, however, there has been ...click here to read more

Lower abdominal pain is experienced by both sexes, but the causes can vary. The abdominal pain in men may be due to chronic diseases, urinary tract infections, or even digestive tract conditions. Research estimates that the majority of men who experience abdominal pain never seek treatment, as they are more likely to use over-the-counter or ...click here to read more

We’ve all had those days where we wake up and just don’t feel restored. Exhaustion and fatigue kick in, and we are sluggish for the rest of the day. While this can be caused by factors like genetics and old age, there is one contributing factor that you do have the power to control: diet. ...click here to read more

While it is a symptom commonly associated with women, hot flashes may also occur in men and leave them feeling intense sensations of warmth that aren’t caused by immediate surroundings or climate. While women may experience hot flashes during menopause, hot flashes in men can occur for a variety of reasons. Continue reading to learn ...click here to read more

Cystitis refers to the inflammation of the bladder that is most often caused by a urinary tract infection. While these infections are more common in women, cystitis in men does occur and can potentially be very dangerous. Continue reading to learn what causes cystitis in men, which symptoms to look out for, potential complications, diagnosis ...click here to read more

Many men are unaware of their infertility risk factors, according to research. The findings come from a survey of Canadian men who could identify only about half of the activities and medical conditions that can harm sperm and reduce fertility. The men had greater knowledge about infertility risk factors like cancer, smoking, and steroid use, ...click here to read more

Heart disease and diabetes risk may be reduced by eating chocolate every day. The key here is to consume a small piece of dark chocolate, of course. Based on the analysis of data from 1,153 people, the researchers found that 100 grams of dark chocolate was enough to reduce insulin resistance and improve liver enzymes. ...click here to read more

A potential injection administered to men that would act as birth control is currently in the works, but more research is required to determine its effectiveness. Currently, the only form of birth control available to men is the use of condoms. Researchers are struggling to improve the effectiveness of this injectable birth control and reduce ...click here to read more

A new study has revealed that there is an optimal time for men to sleep in order to maintain their fertility. The researchers found that men who sleep less than six hours or over nine hours have reduced fertility. Seven to eight hours is the ideal sleeping time recommended for healthy fertility. The researchers looked ...click here to read more

Light therapy is commonly used to treat depression, but new findings suggest it may also improve male libido. The Italian researchers said they found that after two weeks of daily light therapy exposure men experienced an increase in their testosterone levels by 50 percent, and sexual satisfaction levels nearly tripled. Study author Dr. Andrea Fagiolini ...click here to read more