A study in Norway found that weight gain was directly tied to experiencing new chronic heartburn symptoms. Losing weight is the long-term solution to heartburn, though acid-reducing medication soothes symptoms in the short run.
Fatigue is usually not related to a shortage of iron. But anemia caused by low iron does become more common with aging and, in a relatively small number of cases, can be caused by internal bleeding.
A study in China found that people with high blood pressure had fewer strokes if they took a folate supplement with their medication. The benefit is greatest in those people who don’t get adequate folate from their diets.
I am scheduled to have my prostate removed and am concerned about the risk of erectile dysfunction (ED) after the surgery. I?ve heard that taking an ED drug daily during my recovery could help. Do you recommend this?
Men 65 and older who ever smoked can be checked for a dangerous bulge in the main blood vessel from the heart.
A study found that listening to distracting instrumental music might impair the ability to memorize pairs of names and faces in older people.
Soy foods can be a healthy addition to one’s daily diet, depending on what the soy replaces. Eating soy foods instead of red meat or refined carbohydrates could be positive.
Many men with osteoarthritis are interested in ways to cope with pain and other symptoms without taking more medications. The main options are weight control, exercise, and physical therapy.
Downloadable software, or apps, for smartphones and tablet computers help people improve their health. Some apps enable the user to share information with other users or with health care providers.
Erectile dysfunction is not the only potential obstacle to men who want to have an active sex life. Other possible issues include urological infections, chronic pelvic pain syndrome, and Peyronie’s disease.