It makes sense that running, with all that high impact, could cause damage to the knees, right? But the truth is that running is not only not harmful, it may actually protect against knee injury, according to a new study. #173960659 / gettyimages.com The study, led by Dr. Grace H-W. Lo, of the Baylor College...Continue reading
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Mesothelioma: What You Need to Know
You’ve probably heard of a disease called mesothelioma. This form of cancer is extremely aggressive, and is often unresponsive to traditional treatment methods. And since mesothelioma typically affects men, understanding this disease is crucial to men’s health and well-being. The following is an in-depth look at mesothelioma, which includes everything you need to know about...Continue reading
8 Tips To Have A Healthy Hanukkah
1. Replace dairy with dairy-free or plant-based products a. Soy, almond, hazelnut, coconut milk: Rich in calcium and proteins b. Rich in calcium, proteins, vitamins and minerals c. Can help protect against heart disease d. Less fat and calories 2. Bake instead of fry a. i.e. Latkes, sufganiyots (doughnuts) b. Use less oil and/or use...Continue reading
Coach Lionel Hollins Leads By Example When It Comes to High Blood Pressure
December 8, 2014 Sitting in the stands at a basketball game is enough to make your blood pressure skyrocket, between the stress of victory and the alcohol available at concession stands. Now imagine what playing – or coaching – in the same stadium must do. For Lionel Hollins, head coach of the Brooklyn Nets, a high...
Three Natural, Organic Ways to Treat Allergies
People suffering from allergies have to go through the long and tedious process of identifying the cause of the allergies. Moreover, they try everything in order to find relief. Are you too suffering from some kind of allergy or another? Do you have a history of asthma? #464209985 / gettyimages.com In case you do, you...Continue reading
Workaholic – A Life Alone
I wake up most days alone. Not because I am single. I am in fact married. And not because I sleep in another room. I wake up alone because my workaholic husband has gone to work long before the sun is up. When he gets home, he says hello to the refrigerator before he...Continue reading
Smile, the Holidays Are Here
It’s that time of year again! The holidays are just around the corner, and that means plenty of good eats. While you’re filling up on holiday treats, consider these dental tips to prevent cavities from forming this holiday season. #97082378 / gettyimages.com Watch your sugar intake. You are bound to come across countless dessert spreads...Continue reading
The Holidays Can Be Hazardous to Your Back
The holiday season can be hazardous to your health – and we’re not just talking about the thousands of extra calories typically consumed at family dinners, work parties and cocktail hours. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 250 injuries are reported daily during the holiday season (November and December). Falls (34%) and...Continue reading
5 Health and Fitness Apps for Men
Men are less likely than women to visit their doctor, notes a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality reports that men are 32 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for long-term complications that could have been prevented. Don’t become a part...Continue reading
It’s all about sex. Or not?
Sex is everywhere. We see sex related topics in the media, on our Facebook timelines, spam folders, in politics and various magazines and public sites. So it begs the question – why are people so hesitant to talk about personal sex issues with their doctors or even their partners? According to...