lifestyle – Talking About Men's Health

The Role of Lifestyle Choices in Men’s Health: Nutrition, Exercise, & Beyond

April 23, 2025April 17, 2025MHN EditorAnxiety, Boys, Chronic Fatigue, Education, Education, Events, Fitness, Growing Up, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Psychology, Sports, Stress, Testicular, Testosterone, WorkLeave a comment

You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Start small. Pick one habit this week—meal prep, daily walks, earlier bedtime—and commit to it. Over time, these small wins compound into real, measurable health improvements. Yet many men are still unaware of just how impactful their habits can be. The good news? Even small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements in overall well-being. In this article, I’ll outline the evidence-based lifestyle pillars that support physical, mental, and metabolic health in men—and offer practical strategies to start improving them today.Continue reading

Weight Management Medications: What Men Need to Know

October 9, 2024October 9, 2024MHN EditorAging, Cardio, Diabetes, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Fertility, Fitness, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Others, Parenting, Well-beingLeave a comment

As a man exploring weight loss options, you've likely heard about new medications making headlines. Understanding Weight Management Medications A new class of medications, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists (or SGLP-like medications), have shown impressive results in promoting weight loss and improving overall metabolic health.Continue reading

Championing Men’s Health in North Dakota

June 28, 2023June 23, 2023Hannah HansonAdvocacy, Boys, Disparities, Economics, Editorials, Education, Education, Events, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Health, Health, Legislative, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Parenting, Policy, Public Policy, Regulatory, Relationships, Research and Science, Well-being, WorkLeave a comment

Nationwide, men are more likely than women to engage in unhealthy and unsafe behavior, and the same can be said for men in North Dakota. In this article, Contributing Author, Hannah Hanson, offers insight into the ways North Dakota and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are taking charge of this disparity and implementing key programs to improve lifelong outcomes for men and boys.Continue reading

Marijuana and Men: The Growing Cannabis Industry and Its Impact

May 31, 2023May 30, 2023Sean KullmanHealthLeave a comment

Not surprisingly, boys and men are more likely to engage in cannabis use, a trend that models other substances, such as alcohol, amphetamines, and other drugs. Educational level plays a role in substance use. Young men who are not going into college and careers directly out of high school are particularly vulnerable. Continue reading

Shining a Light on Men’s Mental Health: A Vital Focus During Mental Health Month

May 24, 2023July 16, 2023MHN EditorAnxiety, Boys, Depression, Disparities, Education, Education, Family, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Military, Parenting, Psychology, Relationships, Research and Science, Stress, Suicide, Veterans, Well-beingLeave a comment

May is recognized as Mental Health Month, providing an invaluable opportunity to raise awareness and understanding about mental health issues. In this blog, we explore and discuss the significance of Mental Health Month for men, boys, and their families.Continue reading

Advice from Men Who Have Overcome a Male Infertility Diagnosis

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021Dr. Paul Turek, Medical ContributorFertility, SexLeave a comment

Men as a species are pretty good at adapting to the new or different, to judging and taking risks and to responding to the unknown. I didn’t say perfect, but pretty good. Indeed, this ability has allowed them to surf waves the size of mountains, run the mile in well under 4 minutes, run companies,...Continue reading

Ditch your dad bod in 5 easy steps

May 23, 2021May 18, 2021David Samadi, MD - Medical ContributorFatherhood, Health, LifestyleLeave a comment

Men with dad bods, beware. Your sex appeal appears to be dwindling. Maybe some women still profess to prefer a man with what they consider a sexy “dad bod” but new research finds that the pleasantly plump physique could likely increase health risks later in life.

Healthy Living Habits that Work

September 19, 2017September 29, 2017Armin BrottNutrition, Sports, Well-beingLeave a comment

(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

How to Treat Male Sexual Dysfunction

March 30, 2016March 28, 2016David Samadi, MD - Medical ContributorFertility, Health, Relationships, Sex

A wide variety of treatment options are available for male sexual dysfunction. You and your doctor will decide which treatment is best for you based on any number of factors. The National Institute of Health has approximated that 5% of 40-year-old-men between 15% and 25% of 65-year-old-men experience erectile dysfunction on a long-term basis. However, more commonly...Continue reading

7 Tips for New (and Not-So-New) Dads About Kids’ Health

October 8, 2015October 5, 2015Rupal Christine Gupta, MD, FAAPEducation, Family, Fatherhood, Growing Up, Health, Lifestyle, Parenting, Well-being

Just a few months ago, my brother welcomed his newborn son to the world. Imagine the differences between his experience and the experience my own father had when we were born. Case in point: When my mom was delivering me in the hospital, my dad had no idea how to help during labor. Flustered and...Continue reading