Well, here we are again, the last few weeks of the year. Those weeks that include Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s—collectively called “the holidays.” If you’re reading this article, it means that you have survived the last two years – which have included an election, social unrest, and oh that darned pandemic! Instead of enjoying...Continue reading
Dear Mr. Dad: A few years ago, a friend sent me a column of yours that dealt with the issue of gender identity and sexual orientation and pronouns. I didn’t pay much attention to it then, but everyone at my office is now announcing their “preferred pronouns” in their email signatures and my own daughter...Continue reading
It is with great sorrow that Men’s Health Network (MHN) learned of the passing of a great American, former Senator Bob Dole, in the early morning of December 5, 2021. His record of illustrious service to his country is underscored with bravery, humility and compassion for his fellow Americans. He will be sorely missed, but...Continue reading
Adults’ dietary patterns often reflect habits that they established during childhood and adolescence. Sometimes, this means carrying unhealthy habits into adulthood — but it’s never too late to make changes. Health professionals can use the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020–2025 to support adults in following a healthy dietary pattern, engaging in regular physical activity, and maintaining a...Continue reading
Dear Mr. Dad: I’m a single dad and I love cook. I make a special point of preparing meals I think my kids will like—or at least eat! But time after time I find myself dumping perfectly good, untouched food into leftover containers, or worse, into the trash. The kids seem to want nothing but...Continue reading
Good nutrition across the lifespan helps prevent chronic disease — and we know that it’s never too late to make improvements to support healthy aging. Older adults are at greater risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer — as well as health conditions related to changes in muscle and bone mass, such...Continue reading
Adhering to a healthy diet is something many people are having trouble with. To make matters worse, there are so many pop culture myths and misconceptions that even if you wanted to do the right thing, you’d have no idea where to begin. In this article, we will discuss six common nutrition mistakes you’re probably...Continue reading
Gardening has long been a treasured pastime. It benefits the local ecosystem, provides tasty foods and lovely blooms, and enhances outdoor spaces. Whether you have some potted plants in the kitchen, or a full veggie garden out back, growing plants has surprising health benefits. Maybe you’re someone who took up gardening recently, or perhaps you’re...Continue reading
Most of the time, pain has a purpose. It alerts us to injury or forces us to rest or avoid certain activities while the body heals. That’s why random aches and pain are so frustrating. What is your body trying to tell you? And why should you just suddenly start having pain for no reason?...Continue reading
I instantly knew something was very wrong. I woke my wife and said, “I think we need to get to the ER.” Thirty minutes later, I was hooked up to an EKG, looking up at the ER doctor. My heart had developed a sudden arrhythmia. I had no history of heart disease. Thankfully, I received...Continue reading