If you stub your toe on the coffee table and it swells up, you know it’s not from gout. But what about when you suddenly notice your toe is swollen and you don’t recall bumping into any furniture or dropping something heavy on it? How do you know if it’s from gout or something else? … Continue reading Swollen Toe: Gout or Something Else?
Thinking about getting a vasectomy? There’s no reason to be afraid. The procedure is very common, safe and quick. In fact, you’ll only need a local anesthesia and the recovery period is typically only a few days. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect from your vasectomy. How a vasectomy works There are two … Continue reading What to Expect When Recovering from a Vasectomy
Although obesity poses increased health risks for both men and women, your sex may predispose you to different obesity-related conditions. Analyzing the data Researchers from the University of Oxford wanted to explore sex-specific relationships and obesity to determine how men and women are affected differently. The team analyzed data from 228,466 women and 195,041 men … Continue reading Obesity Poses Different Risks for Men
Knowing your cholesterol levels means nothing if you don’t know what they should be. Although normal cholesterol levels can vary by gender, weight, and age, there are some general ranges to be aware of. Why cholesterol matters Ideally, you want to keep “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and total cholesterol levels low to help decreases your chances … Continue reading Understanding Cholesterol Levels
Men with type 2 diabetes might have been told that losing weight would help lower their risk of cardiovascular problems. But what if you gain the weight back? Do the benefits stick around? A new study says no. Analyzing diabetes, weight regain and cardiovascular health A team of scientists from Tufts University and the University … Continue reading Diabetes and Weight Regain Reduces Cardiovascular Benefits
New research has found that even a brief change in your diet may help alleviate some of the symptoms of depression. The study, which was published in PLOS ONE, is one of the best pieces of evidence to establish the link between a poor diet and mental health. Why study depression and diet in young … Continue reading Study: Changing Your Diet May Help Depression
If you’re not in a monogamous relationship, you may worry about STDs—and with good reason. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDS), the three most common sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise. STDs by the numbers The CDC’s findings, which were published in its annual Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report, indicate … Continue reading Top Three STDs Are on the Rise
How many times have you viewed men’s fashion and tried to replicate a look only to have it fall short? Don’t be embarrassed. It happens to even the most fashionable men! Reasons for fashion fails For most men, there are two main reasons that the fashion in a magazine doesn’t necessarily translate into real life: … Continue reading Fashion That Flatters Your Body Type
Most people have heard that drinking a lot of soda may increase your risk for diabetes, but new evidence indicates that even naturally sweet drinks and diet soda may do the same. Is diet soda healthier? Past research has provided mixed results in terms of showing a link between diabetes risk and naturally sweet drinks … Continue reading Can Naturally Sweet Drinks Increase Your Risk of Diabetes?
The nutritional benefits of omega-3 fish oil supplements may not prevent strokes, but they may lower the risk of a heart attack. Although previous studies showed mixed results, a new, larger analysis of data seems to point to the idea that taking omega-3 fish oil daily may reduce the risk of cardiovascular events. A significantly … Continue reading Taking Fish Oil May Decrease Risk of Heart Attack
