Category: Men’s Health

Early studies have suggested that grape juice may provide some of the same heart-protective benefits as red wine, but much more research is needed.

Splitting pills is a sensible way to save money on medications, though certain pills are easier to split than others, and not all pills should be split.

The best candidates for prostate cancer surgery are younger men who are otherwise healthy and do not have other conditions or diseases that might shorten their life span.

Although osteoporosis is thought of as a woman’s disease, millions of men are at risk as well. While genetic factors and aging are beyond control, other risk factors, such as lifestyle, diet, hormones, and medications, can be controlled or changed.

My doctor usually checks my blood pressure in my left arm. At my checkup he used my right arm, and the reading was 10 points higher than usual. I asked him to check my left, and it was 8 points lower. Does the difference matter? Which is my real pressure?

A study in Greece found that men who napped regularly were significantly less likely to die of heart disease. Naps also tend to reduce fatigue and stress and improve alertness and mood.

Summer’s heat and humidity can be dangerous. It’s important to stay hydrated, avoid excessive physical exertion and undue sun exposure on hot, humid days, and be alert for warning signs pf heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Following the lead of our 12-year-old daughter, my wife has become a vegetarian. She says she’s willing to continue serving meat and chicken, but I sense that she’d rather not. What can you tell me about the safety of a vegetarian diet?

My mouth and throat are constantly parched, even though I carry a water bottle and sip from it constantly. I know it’s a small problem compared to all the things you write about, but it’s very uncomfortable, and I’d appreciate any advice you can offer.

Testosterone affects many of the body’s functions throughout a man’s life. Some studies have attempted to link declining testosterone production in later life to decreased cognitive function, but no firm connection has yet been found.