It’s a well-known fact many men are less likely to follow health guidelines by not making their health a priority. Lack of time, money, or not wanting to get bad news are common excuses for avoiding health checkups with a doctor. But, for men wishing to stay on top of their health from head to… Read more
Prostate cancer is treatable, but the male sex hormone testosterone, an androgen, can fuel the growth of prostate cancer cells, accelerating the disease. To reduce the amount of testosterone a man’s body produces, helping slow cancer’s growth, some men may require a hormone therapy called androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) to help improve survival rates. However,… Read more
Practically every man who lives long enough will develop specific symptoms of a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) as the prostate enlarges. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) occurs when the walnut-sized prostate gland has grown large enough to start squeezing the urethra. That pressure affects urine flow, which causes other associated symptoms resulting in quality… Read more
Approximately 30 million American men are affected with erectile dysfunction (ED). ED is the most common sexual problem for men with many causes related to the development. Men suffering from ED often face self-image issues along with feelings of frustration and depression. Most men, at some time in their life, likely will have an occasional… Read more
It’s no secret that exercise is well-known for improving the health and well-being of our bodies. This list of bodily benefits from consistent physical activity is lengthy. For example, a few of these benefits include a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, an improved body composition, more restful sleep, enhanced resistance to… Read more
