Men’s and women’s hearts age differently, even though heart disease treatment for both sexes is the same, says a new study. Researchers suggest that future treatment for men may need to be different.
The new USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans offer advice to encourage healthier eating patterns based on the latest nutritional science. Here are four areas that older men should pay most attention to.
Regular dental visits, lifestyle changes, and a more dedicated oral hygiene routine all can help to reduce your risk of gum disease.
Patients often do well in cardiac rehabilitation programs and they definitely can improve recovery and future heart health. However, many providers don’t offer it, and most patients don’t know about it.
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine shows that lowering blood pressure from the standard 140/90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) to around 120/80 may reap greater cardiovascular health benefits.
While most men will lose about 30% of their muscle mass during their lifetime, it is possible to rebuild and maintain muscle with a progressive resistance training program and a higher-protein diet.
Fostering strong social connections can be tough for men, but male bonding can help you live longer and healthier.
Several sessions of acupuncture and the Alexander Technique, which teaches proper posture and alignment, helped to reduce chronic neck pain by 32% and 31% respectively among long-time sufferers.
Sex does not appear to trigger a heart attack or increase your risk for a second one after you have recovered. A new study found that more than 78% of those who had a heart attack said their last sexual activity occurred more than 24 hours beforehand.
Prepare questions before your doctor visit and follow certain guidelines during the exam to maximize the brief time you have with your doctor.