<em>Dear Mr. Dad: My husband fancies himself something of a nutrition expert and has been insisting that everyone in our family—that’s him, our two sons, a daughter, and I—drink three glasses of milk every day. He says we need the calcium and protein. But I’ve been reading lately that milk might not be quite as...Continue reading
Anti-inflammatories can help protect against a variety of health conditions, specifically for men. It would seem that as men age, they are increasingly prone to both acute and chronic inflammation. A gym session may leave arm tendons irritated and swollen, but they calm down with a little ibuprofen and rest. Inflammation of the organs, cells,...Continue reading
Health care experts once thought gluten was associated only with celiac disease and wheat allergies. In recent years, gluten or wheat sensitivity has been recognized as a problem linked to the gluten in wheat, rye and barley. Gluten-free diets have become very popular. However, there are health risks that come with excluding gluten from your...Continue reading
(Family Features) When it comes to advice about healthy living, there are opinions nearly every place you turn. Unfortunately, a great deal of that information is based on fad diets and trendy workouts that may deliver quick results but don’t promote a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. The medical community generally agrees that slow and steady is...Continue reading
Digestion problems affect more than just your gut. A healthy digestive system is necessary for feeling energized throughout the day, and a weak gut can lead to appetite problems, less energy, plus dry skin and many more issues. Men especially seem to suffer from indigestion, heartburn, gas, and other gastrointestinal issues. With these top tips,...Continue reading
While most often women are associated with hormone fluctuations due to pregnancy, periods, or menopause, men are equally affected by these difficult-to-understand chemicals. Not only do they affect emotions, but hormones can also make a man feel and appear years older than he is. While it’s natural for hormones to fluctuate over periods of time,...Continue reading
Yale Medicine doctors warn that people as young as age 20 need to be aware of the warning signs. Nobody in their 20s, 30s or 40s gets colorectal cancer, right? Wrong. The truth is that colorectal cancer is on the rise in young adults, and has been for years. That’s why Yale Medicine surgeons who treat...Continue reading
For parents, this time of year is all about getting the kids ready to go back to school. But August is not only the return to school supplies and changing schedules, it’s also a time to re-examine what we’re feeding our families. When packing your child’s lunch (and your own), aim for meals rich in vegetables,...Continue reading
Men are well-known for not looking after themselves and their health. While women will typically go to the doctor when they notice signs that something might be wrong, many men are capable of putting things off for years with the result that minor health problems often turn into something much more serious and potentially life-threatening...Continue reading
In 2012, Ken Chadwick hit rock bottom. He weighed more than ever at 327 pounds and it was a struggle for him to not gain even more weight. One morning, his then wife came into the bedroom while he was putting on his socks. He couldn’t reach his feet due to the girth of his...Continue reading
