Men's Health - Healthy Body

It Is Not Possible to Be Obese and Healthy, Study Shows

Although they may feel healthy in the present, obese individuals are not exempt from the long-term consequences of carrying extra pounds.

6 Ways to Get Addicted to Exercise

If your workout doesn't make you happy, you're less likely to stick with it. Use these tips to stay motivated and get the most out of your exercise routine.

5 Heart-Healthy Ways to Enjoy Kale

Kale is a versatile, nutrient-packed powerhouse that may be the healthiest food in your fridge. Learn how to enjoy this dark green oxidant-fighting machine.

An Extensive Guide to the Flu Vaccine: What You Need to Know

Each year hundreds of thousands of people are hospitalized from flu-related complications. Why take that chance? Get immunized to protect yourself from this life-threatening illness.

4 Steps to Finding Your Perfect Fitness Plan

From the best time to work out to zeroing in on exercises you love, here's how to rev up your routine so you can start to see results.

Why Your Body Needs Water

H20 doesn't just quench your thirst; it also helps fuel vital processes in the body. How much should you be drinking?

Do You Have Too Much of This Type of Fat?

Excess abdominal fat, especially visceral fat, may be a risk factor for some serious health problems. Fortunately, you can take measures to improve your health. Here's how.

Someone's Gained Weight: What to Say (and Not Say)

If someone near to you has recently gained weight, you may feel it's your duty to say something, but consider this expert insight first.

Healthy Spotlight: Kale

If you're wondering why all the buzz about this popular leafy green, find out what makes it a nutritional powerhouse and how you can enjoy it as a part of your healthy diet.

The Lowdown on Low-Residue Diets

Designed to reduce the frequency and volume of stools while prolonging intestinal travel time, low-residue diets typically contain less than 10 grams of fiber per day. Here's more of what you need to know.

Advanced Prostate Cancer: New Treatment Options

Cutting-edge treatments for those with advanced prostate cancer are helping to slow down the progression of the disease and are doing so with fewer side effects.

7 Myths About Ticks

When it comes to these bugs, what's fact and what's fiction? Let us set the record straight.

10 Easy Ways to Maintain Your Weight

Now that you got it off, keep it off! We'll show you how.

Are You Sabotaging Your Allergy Treatment?

If you're ignoring these eight guidelines, your allergy symptoms may not have the opportunity to improve.

What to Expect At Your Pre-Op Appointment

When it comes to something as serious and important as surgery, it pays to be as well prepared as possible.

Psoriasis Skin-Care Secrets

If you're among the 7.5 million Americans living with this skin condition, we've got tips to help you look and feel your best.

Low Testosterone, High Risk of Diabetes?

Learn more about how low testosterone can raise the risk of diabetes in men.

Get Relief From Belching, Bloating, and Flatulence

These gastrointestinal issues are sometimes painful and often embarrasing. Fortunately, a few tweaks to your behavior can help keep them under control.

10+ Ways to Go Gourmet When Grilling

Bored with burgers? Try these delicious ideas, and fall in love with barbecuing again.

Stock Your Freezer With Healthy Foods

Not all frozen foods are created equal. Here's what to look for at the supermarket and how to prepare these selections once you're home.

The New Age of Older Trainers

A growing number of individuals are getting fit by working out with gray-haired trainers. Learn how you can benefit from the wisdom and experience of these in-shape seniors.

8 Habits of Skinny People

How do some folks manage to stay svelte with what looks like little effort? Learn their tricks.

Walking vs. Running: Which Is Better?

If you want to lose weight, running is the clear winner. But there are many benefits of walking, too. Here's the whole scoop.

5 Reasons Sex Is Better After 50

Here are some reasons you'll want to get between the sheets, and linger a little longer, too.

Can Maca Supplements Improve Your Love Life?

Maca, better known as Peruvian ginseng, is purported to be an aphrodisiac. But can it really make you perform better in bed?

Be Smart About Sex (at Any Age)

Adults ages 50 and older are at an increased risk for STDs. Here's what you need to know to avoid catching or spreading serious diseases.

7 Tips for Safe Shaving

Shaving can be a pain, literally! Whether it's razor burn, bumps, or ingrown hairs, we have tips to prevent and treat common problems.

The Buzz About Coffee Bean Extract and Weight Loss

New studies explore how coffee may help people lose weight and even reduce their risk of diabetes.

The Mediterranean Diet and Melanoma

Going Mediterranean may offer protective benefits against skin cancer. That's on top of the other health benefits this easy-to-follow diet serves up.

Beyond Protein: 4 Foods That Feed Muscles

Protein plays a crucial role in building muscle, but it's not the only player. Here's what else your body craves.

7 Must-Know Facts About the New Health Insurance Law

Big changes are coming to health insurance that may affect your family. Here is the information you need.

Bigorexia: A Dangerous Pursuit of the Perfect Body

Learn more about this little-known, mental-health issue that can lead to harmful eating and exercise habits.

Air Pollution May Up Your Cardio Risk

Did you know your surroundings could increase your chances of suffering a heart attack or stroke? Here's why.

When to Clean, When to Disinfect

Soap and water alone are fine for keeping dust bunnies away, but they won t rid your home of germs. Here's how to tell when your home needs more than just a routine clean.

A Closer Look at Bronchitis

A nagging cough, low-grade fever, and pain or tightness in the chest may signal bronchitis. Here's how to tell for sure.

A Closer Look at Laryngitis

Here's why you may have lost your voice...and how to find it again.

Make Your Practice Perfect: Shake up Your Routine

Can taking a new approach to training improve your performance? Find out.

Skin Ulcers: Importance of Early Detection

Poor circulation can lead to painful and unsightly skin ulcers, most commonly found on the inside of the ankles. Here's how to detect a problem so treatment can begin.

Obese Drivers at Higher Risk for Fatal Car Accidents

Obese drivers are more likely to die in car crash, research reveals. Here's why.

The Dried Fruit Question: To Eat or Not to Eat?

Fruit is good for you, no doubt. But there are particular factors to consider when it comes to choosing dried fruit.

Tips for Holding a Successful Family Meeting

This communication tool can help your family unit thrive. Here's how to organize a successful session.

How Carcinogens Cause Cancer

Environmental factors account for about two-thirds of all cancer cases, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Here's what you need to know.

Skin Cancer: Researching How It Spreads so It Can Be Stopped

Understanding how melanoma metastasizes will help scientists develop potential new treatment therapies.

Top 5 Diet Mistakes

Have you changed your eating habits to shed some pounds but find the numbers on the scale are going up?

Ouch! How to Handle a Paper Cut

It happens to everyone... and it hurts! Here's what to do when you or a loved one gets a paper cut.

Alzheimer's Disease: Nature or Nurture?

Is Alzheimer's a result of genetics or environment? Scientists say both. While you can't change your genes, you can alter your lifestyle to help reduce your risk of this degenerative brain disorder.

Go Greek for Better Sex

The Mediterranean Diet isn't just good for your health; it can benefit your love life, too. Here's how to diet your way to a better libido.

Nagging: Just What the Doctor Ordered

Need a reason to get moving? Let your nagging spouse (or child) help you out. Learn why nagging can be good for your health.

Will A Little Booze Help You Snooze?

No doubt about it: Downing a drink can help you fall asleep. But there's a downside. Learn what happens when you mix alcohol with slumber.

The Easy Way to Eating Well: A Guide for Busy Cooks

Try these nutritional tweaks for healthier meals that are ready in no time.

Promising Treatments for Myeloproliferative Neoplasm

Learn how one person with Myeloproliferative Neoplasm (MPN) used his diagnosis to bring awareness to this rare type of blood cancer.

Green Product Reviews: Behind the Scenes of a Site

Sites that do their own in-house reviewing are useful tools for consumers. But what steps do sites like these take to reach their conclusions? We went ahead and found out.

Safe Sex at Any Age

Think you're too old to pick up a sexually transmitted disease? Think again.

6 Ways to Age-Proof Your Brain

New research demonstrates the domino effect among brain cells; all it takes is one aging brain cell to affect another. Here's how to help keep them all healthy.

Snoring May Mean Serious Health Risks

New study suggests snoring may be more than just a nuisance. Read on to learn about its connection to heart attack and stroke.

Would You Gain Weight to Look Younger?

Women who have spent years struggling with the scale may relish in what the researchers say, but is this finding enough of a reason to harbor excess weight?

Affordable Care Act: What Changes Can You Expect?

In this second installment of a two-part article on healthcare reform, we explore the changes that affect health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Affordable Care Act: An Overview

In this first installment of a two-part article, we provide the highlights of healthcare reform.

Your Partner or Your Pet? Loving Someone With Allergies

You love your pet. But what happens if your significant other can't set foot in your home without coughing or sneezing? Don't let allergies end your relationship. Read on for ways to solve the problem.

Could You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complicated condition distinguished by fatigue that isn't relieved by rest. Does this sound familiar?

Slippery When Wet: How to Make Showering Safer

Slippery, hard surfaces in the bath and shower can turn routine hygiene hazardous, especially for those with impaired mobility. Prevent accidents by making your washroom fall-proof. Here's how.

Exercising With Osteoporosis: Dos and Dont's

Sure, there are moves to avoid, but there are also certain ones that can help with strength and posture.

Don't Assume Gluten-Free Is the Answer

People often report feeling more energetic and more focused when they stop eating gluten. But starting a gluten-free diet without consulting your doctor can compromise your health. Here's why.

Got GERD? A Magnetic Implant May Help

If you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a promising new treatment may help provide relief from your symptoms.

Cataracts: What You Need to Know

A cataract is a clouding of the lens inside the eye, which leads to impaired vision. Most cataracts are related to aging, but some are not. Here's the whole story.

Breakfast Recipes to Jump-Start Your Day

Skipping breakfast is the wrong way to cut calories. Packing your first meal with the right amount of nutritious food won't pack on weight; it's fuel for your day. Here are three healthy breakfast ideas from top nutritionists.

Enlarged Prostate and Transurethral Microwave Therapy

Excessive bathroom trips could be solved by this treatment option that's less invasive than surgery.

Chiropractic Care: Benefits Beyond the Back

Spinal manipulation is a helpful element of ongoing pain treatment for many. Learn what to expect from your visit to the chiropractor.

6 Life-Changing Medical Breakthroughs on the Horizon

From the harvesting of stem cells without embryos to a pill that delays aging, we've rounded up a few of medicine's amazing advances coming down the pike.

Safeguard Your Future With Disability Insurance

Yes, you do need disability insurance. Here's why, and here's how to make sure you've got enough coverage if you suddenly find yourself injured and suffering a loss of income.

6 Simple Tips for a Better Day

Improve your mood (and your health while you're at it!) with these helpful hints.

Deal With the Dreaded Airplane Headache

While the logistics of air travel can be a pain in the neck, for some, flying can literally be a pain in the head.

Acupressure: Give Yourself Relief

You can easily access two pressure points used widely in this ancient form of healing.

Packaged-Food Pitfalls: What Healthy Eaters Need to Know

Prepared and packaged foods can be a boon for busy lifestyles. But at what price? Here's what you need to know.

12 Ways to Break Out of a Bad Mood...Fast!

These simple tips will help you clear away the clouds to let the sunshine in again.

What You Need to Know About Melamine

Will serving food on melamine plates make your family sick? It's possible. Read on for potential dangers of this budget-friendly tableware.

Creative Cocktails With a Nutritious Twist

Many bars and restaurants around the country are turning to ingredients such as apples, beets, carrots, berries, and ginger to help make drinks healthy (and delicious)!

The Ups and Downs of Multitasking While Exercising

If catching up on the news or catching up with a friend is what it takes to get you to the gym, go for it! Just make sure you don't become too distracted that your workout falls by the wayside.

8 Tips to Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist

If the guy (or gal) in the white coat makes your heart race and your palms sweat, you may end up avoiding your dental visits altogether. Here's how to get to the root of the problem so you can start taking care of your teeth again.

The Anti-Angiogenesis Diet: Can It Prevent Cancer?

Angiogenesis is a controlled process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels. When the balance of angiogenesis is off-balance in the body, abnormal blood vessels grow, potentially leading to cancer. Can certain foods inhibit this loss of control?

Exercise Realization: Less Is More

New science suggests shorter workouts may be just as effective as longer ones.

10 Household Cleaning Uses for Vinegar

This environmentally-friendly alternative to chemical-laden cleaning products works great on wooden floors, stainless steel appliances, and more. It effectively breaks up grease and sends mold and mildew packing.

Keep Age-Related Weight Gain in Check

Can't exercise like you used to? Follow this five-part strategy to stave off weight gain as get older.

Trend to Try? Functional Fitness

Is your workout working for you? Here are four moves to strengthen and stretch the muscles you use most.

The Connection Between Scent, Food, and Satisfaction

Intriguing new research suggests that aroma plays a key role in satisfying our taste buds. These findings could have major implications for weight control.

The Real Reason You Don't Like Exercise

Science offers clues as to why some people look forward to exercise while others avoid it at all costs.

The Secret to Eating in Moderation

A simple shift in eating habits can make a big difference in your health. And it all starts with understanding when enough is enough.

Impaired Mobility? 6 Ways to Strengthen Your Muscles

Some basic moves can help keep you flexible and strong.

Should You Trust Online Physician Reviews?

Looking up your doctor on the 'net? Here's what you need to know first.

5 Hobbies With Big Health Benefits

While any hobby provides much-needed relaxation, these five quiet activities are sure to boost your well-being.

The Best Exercise for Your Aging Brain

Taking a brisk walk or doing a crossword puzzle: Which one is better for brain health? You may be surprised to learn the answer.

The Health Benefits of Grape Seed Extract

A byproduct of the wine-making process, this supplement possesses powerful antioxidant power.

The Heart-Friendly Benefits of Volunteering

You know helping others makes your heart feel happy, but it can make your heart healthy, too!

Why Your Healthy Habits May Not Protect Your Heart

Doing everything right when it comes to heart health? You may still be at risk for cardiovascular disease. Here's why.

Chronic Pain? 10 Tips for Comfortable Travel

Traveling doesn't have to be a pain in the neck, or shoulders or back. Follow these tips to improve your experience.

Banking Baby's Cord Blood: What You Need to Know

If you're pregnant, you may be wondering if it makes sense to store your baby's cord blood. Here are the pros and cons.

Nuts: A Nutritional Superstar for Diabetes

Today and maybe every day, have a handful of almonds or walnuts. Find out how these diabetes-friendly foods can help your health.

Protect Your Teeth and Gums as You Age

In between visits to the dentist, take these precautions to keep your mouth in tip-top shape.

The Rewards of Adding More Legumes to Your Meals

Legumes (think lentils and beans) deliver a hefty dose of nutrition at a sensible price. Try them in soups, salads, and even desserts.

7 Signs You're Undernourished

You may require fewer calories to stay healthy as you get older, but if you experience any of these tell-tale signs, you may be coming up short.

Video Games Help Aging Folks Get Fit

Brisk walking may be great for cardio health, but interactive video games offer their own benefits too, including improved balance and flexibility.

5 Digestive To-Dos

Do chew your food slowly. Do eat a vinegar-dressed salad after your meal. Plus three more stomach-smart ideas.

Eat Veggies, Be Happy

Individuals who consume seven or more servings of produce a day tend to enjoy better mental health, says one British study.

Top Health Apps to Try

There's an app for that! We checked out tons of free or low-cost smart phone apps and found the very best ones to support your health.

Get to the Root of Your Oral Health

Why does dental health matter? Because there's a clear link between it and the rest of your overall health.

Myths and Facts About Carbs

Are carbs the worst? The best? Or something in between? Get the facts.

Is Organic Meat Healthier?

Hormone-free meat from humanely-raised animals has surprising benefits.

Beyond Hand Weights: More Tools to Help You Stay Toned

Try something new! From kettlebells to resistance bands, these body-toning tools will breathe new life into your workout.

The Best Yogurts for Your Digestive Health

If you're looking to get the health benefits of yogurt, taste matters, but other factors do too.

Sleep Like 100 Years Ago

Take a page from the olden days and get enough rest despite the challenges of today's modern life.

What Can Iron Supplements Do for Men?

Learn how this multi-functional mineral can help support men's health.

Snooze Yourself Slim?

Scale stuck in neutral? You might be missing out on one essential weight-loss ingredient.

How to Start Exercising When You re Seriously Out of Shape

Everyone at every stage benefits from exercise, but it can be intimidating and overwhelming to take the first step. First things first.

Know Thy Fit Self

The key to making an exercise program stick is to find the reason why you want to get fit.

Exercise in the Morning: 4 Motivating Reasons

These inspiring facts could mean the difference between the idea of working out in the AM and really doing it.

How to Feel Full With Fewer Calories

These smart strategies offer a proven path to slimming down.

You Can Make New Friends Later in Life

Volunteer at a school. Attend library lectures. Join a gym. Here are ways to build connection in your community.

10 Everyday Habits That Hurt Your Teeth

Do you regularly bite your nails or use mouthwash in place of floss? Your pearly whites could be paying the price.

CrossFit: Is This the Workout for You?

Learn what this intense exercise regimen has to offer and why it's wildly popular.

You Might Know Someone Who Has Exercise Bulimia

For most people, getting enough exercise is a major challenge. For some, it's a dangerous obsession. Here are the danger signs.

Lose a Small Amount of Weight for These Big Benefits

Each pound counts. Even if you have a long way to go, check out the positive difference you'll make from losing a few pounds.

Going Gluten-Free? Try Green Banana Pasta

There are a bunch of pluses to choosing this gluten-free option. See how it stacks up.

Hand Sanitizer: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Keeping your hands clean is key, but using hand sanitizer isn't always the best option.

Sit All Day? 10 Feel-Good Tips

If you work at a desk, you run the risk of various muscle, joint, and tendon problems. Keep the aches and pains at bay with these tips.

Part-Time Vegetarian: Consider the Benefits

You can give your body a break with some health-boosting vegetation. Learn how.

That's Funny! And It's Essential for Your Health

Like exercise, rest, and healthy eating, having a good laugh is a part of the whole health package.

How to Be a Healthy Father and Grandfather

Being there for your kids and grandkids is likely high on your list of priorities. Here's how to do it.

Gym-Free Ways to Get Fit

Looking for smart and cost-effective ways to get fit in the city, suburbs, country, even at the beach? We've got you covered.

8 Strongest Fitness Motivators

Use these smart tips to make big strides with your fitness goals.

Are You Getting Enough Magnesium?

Long associated with heart health, magnesium may offer other surprising benefits.

Looking for a Fresh Start? Try This

Take time out to renew. One of these five healthy retreat options could offer just what you need.

Can Caffeine Boost Your Workout?

There are upsides and downsides to pairing a caffeinated beverage with your fitness efforts.

Why You Should Exercise in the Morning

Not an early bird? Take a look at these benefits before you roll over and go back to sleep.

How Strong is Your Sexual Self-Esteem?

You can view your body as attractive and appealing. Learn to turn negatives around.

Clean Your Ears the Right Way

Here are the essential dos and don'ts of this delicate process.

How to Get More Vitamin D

Your body creates vitamin D by synthesizing UV rays. But that doesn't mean skimping on sunscreen. There are safer ways.

5 Ways to Stay Active as You Age

Here's how to give your body the energy and strength it needs to stay healthy as you get older.

Sleep Deprivation and Dangerous Consequences

When you're sleep-deprived, you're more likely to take chances and make reckless decisions. What do brain scans reveal about being overtired?

How to Have a Healthy Pet

Your pet is an important member of your family. But along with the happiness your furry friend brings is great deal of responsibility, on your part, to keep your cat or dog in tip-top shape.

Weight Issues in Your Family? What You Can Do

Although avoiding fatty foods is the key to being lean, current science indicates that overeating doesn't tell the whole story.

How to Make Exercise Fun

When you consider all the different ways you can add exercise to your life, it's really not difficult to make exercise fun, easy, and motivating.

Are You Super Smart About Super Foods?

While there's no single food that meets every nutritional requirement a person needs, doctors and researchers have pinpointed a handful of edibles as standouts in the field.

Best Ingredients for Health-Boosting Smoothies

Watching your weight or looking to up your nutrients? Smoothies are a delicious and easy way to add fruits and vegetables to your diet. Try some of these.

How Safe Are Food Preservatives?

Food manufacturers use both natural and synthetic preservatives to extend the life of many of the food products we eat. Government regulations limit the use of some of them. Here s why.

Pick a Pepper for Nutrition

Rich in color, flavor, and nutrients, these versatile vegetables star in a variety of international cuisines. Here's a bushel of ways to add them to your diet.

New Study Shows 50 May Be the New 20

Being old just got younger. However, to achieve that there's something you need to do.

Get the Most From Your Vaccines

More than any other time, vaccines are extremely crucial to senior health. They can help you ward off sicknesses that are now harder to tackle.

Low B12 Levels and Brain Shrinkage: Is There a Link?

A recent study showed that a lack of B12 can not only result in lower scores on tests of cognitive ability; it actually can correlate with smaller total brain volume.

Your Physical Body Can Determine the Health of Your Digestion

Discover which parts of your body hold clues to how well your digestive tract is functioning.

Digestive Problems Could Stifle Your Weight Loss Goals

If you feel that you've been exercising and no results ensue, it may be time to consider whether digestive problems could be getting in the way.

What a Life Coach Can Do for You

Everyone has life goals and dreams, but many people have no idea how to achieve them. That's where a life coach can help. Life coaches help you create the blueprint to become your best self.

Menu Diversity May Be a Recipe for Obesity

They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, but perhaps menu monotony is the way to keep his heart healthy.

How Smoking Causes Cancer

You know it does, but do you know how and why smoking is one of the greatest health risks out there? Understanding what's behind the risk might help you or a loved one give them up for good.

20 Ways to Drink More Water

Set an alarm. Use a fancy glass. Hang a sign on your fridge. These are just a few ways to ensure you get your daily dose of H20.

Improve Prostate Cancer Recovery

When you have prostate cancer, you want to get better as quickly as possible. Fortunately, you can improve your chances of a successful recovery.

BPA in Canned Foods: What You Should Know

BPA is used in the production of some hard plastics and the plastic-like linings of many metal cans used to package foods and beverages. Since BPA leaches out of the plastic and into the contents of the can when exposed to heat, there is wide concern about its toxic effect.

Do Cell Phones Cause Cancer?

You've heard they do. You've heard they don't. So, what are the experts saying about the real risk?

5 Inexpensive Workouts

Try these creative ways to exercise that are good for your body and easy on your wallet.

3 Ways to Handle Temporary Blood Pressure Spikes

An occasional increase in blood pressure above your average reading is not usually a cause for alarm. But over time, and if those spikes occur frequently enough, they can cause damage to your blood vessels, heart, and kidneys.

12 Best Bets for Healthy Beer Options

If you're looking for a "healthy" beer, unfortunately, you won't find one. But that doesn't mean you should skip out entirely. If you choose to indulge in a beer, make the best choice for your health.

Why Fiber Is Essential to Your Digestive (and Overall) Health

Although dietary fiber is probably best known as a remedy to prevent or relieve constipation, it provides other important health benefits as well, including lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Everyday Products and Cancer Risk

Did you know that many products used for personal hygiene and beauty can be major sources of human exposure to dangerous chemicals?

4 Ways to Dine Out Without Damaging Your Diet

To make the most of your restaurant experience while making sure you're not undoing a week's worth of exercise, follow these tips.

Stressed Out? Take a Hike

When faced with a 40-plus hour work week, bills to pay, and trekking the kids to-and-fro, how do you let loose? This summer, make it a point to relieve your stress by utilizing the great outdoors.

7 Daily Must-Dos for Retirees

One research team studied older people on the small Greek island of Ikaria, a place where fully one-third of residents live to at least 90, and found that the residents share many healthful habits.

Build a Heart-Healthy Meal at the Salad Bar

What could be more convenient for lunch on the go than a quick stop at the salad bar? But the choices you make can make the difference between a fat-laden, calorie-heavy meal and a satisfying, good-for-your-heart lunch.

New Food Plate Guidelines: Healthy Eating Made Easy

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled a new icon that it hopes will make choosing nutritious foods easier for Americans.

6 Ways Men Can Live Longer

Taking care of your health is the single most important way to extend your life. And even though, in general, men tend to have a lousy track record, there are simple ways you can turn that around.

Heart Disease: Is "Apple" Really Worse?

Are you an "apple"? Are you a "pear"? And what does that really determine anyway?

Are Dietary Supplements Good for Your Heart?

The American Heart Association has some specific recommendations when it comes to getting heart healthy nutrients.

Should You Get the Shingles Vaccine?

Remember having the chicken pox as a kid? That episode can come back to haunt you as an adult. Shingles normally presents with severe pain, tingling, or burning on one side of the body. That's followed by red, scaly blisters that break, dry, and crust over.

Take the Diabetes Risk Test Today

Twenty-five percent of people with diabetes don't even know they have it and that means they're not getting the treatment they need or taking the important steps necessary to keep the disease in check.

Adjust Your Family's Food Attitude

Sample these dozen healthy ideas that will help your family lead a healthier life for the long haul.

Which Vitamins Are Really Essential?

Nearly every "health-conscious" food product or dietary supplement comes with the same catchphrase: "Packed with essential vitamins and minerals." But with a vitamin existing for almost every letter of the alphabet, which ones are really essential for you?

Getting Your First Massage? What to Expect

While more and more men find massage therapy a respite from the rigors of everyday life, few know what to expect.

What's to Blame for Your Bad Habits?

If you've struggled with giving up a bad habit, or trying to create a new one, don't be too hard on yourself; it's not a personal weakness or lack of self-control. Turns out, there's a whole science behind habit formation.

Protein Powder: Help or Hype?

In spite of the marketing claims, are protein powders really necessary for the typical weekend warrior or average guy who can't get to the gym more than a few times a week?

Get Heart-Healthy Without Joining a Gym

Who needs a treadmill? Here are 10 smart ways to build exercise into your day with no special equipment needed.

How to Keep Track of Multiple Medications

Are your daily doses making you dizzy? Handy help is here.

The New USDA Dietary Guidelines, Decoded

All-you-can-eat buffets. Unlimited soda refills. Burgers the size of ball fields. When it comes to food, America serves it up. It's no wonder one-third of our children and two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese. Here's what you need to know to help your family eat better.

How to Be Head-to-Toe Clean

America is the land of the free and home of the brave. But when it comes to hygiene, we also tend to be the home of the over-obsessed. Here's how to remain fresh and clean without going overboard.

Today's Cancer Trends

If you're wondering whether cancer rates are going up or down, here are a few highlights from the most recent update from the National Cancer Institute.

Just Got Over Being Sick? What to Keep and What to Toss

Germs thrive in saliva, mucous, stomach acids, and other body fluids. Regardless of how good you are about personal hygiene when you're sick, chances are you're going to spew a few germs.

Who's At Risk for a Torn Aorta?

Special envoy Richard C. Holbrooke died after suffering a torn aorta. What does that mean and what should you know?

Thyroid Problems in Men

As many as five percent of all men may experience a thyroid disorder at any point in their lives. What are some thyroid problems you may encounter if you're male?

Heart Disease: A Survival Guide

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. But heart disease is actually a category of diseases and it pays to know the different types.

Surprise! This Could Cause Erectile Dysfunction

Men who have long enjoyed a normal sex life may be unpleasantly surprised when sex suddenly gets a lot less sexy. An estimated 30 million men suffer from erectile dysfunction, which is the inability to maintain an erection.

Can Quitting Smoking Help Treat Depression?

In fact, a new study found an inverse relationship over time between quitting smoking and a reduction in depressive symptoms.

Treat Depression and Lose Weight

While it's difficult to determine the exact reason, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: Treating depression helps patients lose weight.

The Truth behind "You are What You Eat"

You've heard it a million times, but the next time you hear "you are what you eat," you can be sure that the statement has been validated by numerous studies.

Add "Nature's Wonder Food" to Your Life

Packed with protein and fiber, but low in fat, this pantry must-have delivers a lot of nutrition at an affordable price.

Key to Better Balance in Elderly: Move to the Music

A program of "eurhythmics" shows results in promoting physical coordination and mental acuity in older adults.

Risks and Benefits of Eating Heart-Healthy Fish

When it comes to mercury exposure from fish, what do you need to know to make the healthiest choices?

Mudding: The Newest Trend in Athletic Endeavor

"Mudding" is a growing trend in which the cardiovascular demands of a long-distance run is coupled with the physical demands of a military-style obstacle course and the carefree atmosphere of a summer-time musical festival.

Diabetes: 10 Year Trend

Could half the country be diabetic in 10 years? Here are changes you can make now to keep this scary prediction from becoming reality.

Negative Body Image for Men: A Growing Problem

A negative self image, or fixation on perceived body flaws, can take a toll on a man's mental and physical health.

The Good Side to Getting Older

While there may be some things about aging that are less than lovable, it turns out that hitting those milestone birthdays often means there are plenty of positives to celebrate. Here are a few.

How to Feel Great at 100

Here are three active steps you can take now to set yourself up to not only become a centenarian but do so in the best health possible.

5 Resolutions for a Healthy Heart

Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but there are many things you can do now to avoid it.

Resolve to Improve Your Fitness

Excuses, excuses, excuses. Every year you make a resolution only to find you've made more "coulda, shoulda, woulda" statements than you have made trips to the gym. So rather than making the same empty promises to yourself, try a new approach.

Life Span Linked to Resting Heart Rate

A new study finds that heart disease patients' risk of suffering a major cardiovascular event can be measured by their resting heart rate.

Realign and Remedy Your Body with this Therapeutic Experience

This intense therapeutic experience manipulates your fascia, the connective tissue around muscles, to restructure your physique.

Deep Vein Thrombosis in Men: Warning Signs, How to Prevent It

Deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) is a very scary condition that can be fatal. What do you need to know about DVT to ensure it doesn't happen to you?

Preparing for Heart Surgery

Hearing that you need heart surgery can be frightening, but knowing what you can expect the day of your operation and afterward may help ease your fears and give you back a sense of control.

Could You Have Shift Work Disorder?

Shift work disrupts our internal clock, which tells us when to eat, sleep, and be active.

Fit in Fruits and Vegetables

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables can feel a bit daunting, especially for busy families on the go. The good news is that it's a lot easier than you might imagine.

What Vitamins Are Best for Men?

Vitamins keep your body in top working order. And while everyone needs a variety of vitamins, there are a few nutrients that are particularly necessary for men.

Overweight and Healthy?

Growing evidence supports the theory that it is possible to be overweight and healthy, provided the individual is also fit.

Multiple Medications Danger Zone

Increases in accidental overdoses of over-the-counter, prescription, and illegal drugs are one of the fastest-rising causes of accidental death in the U.S.

Sleep Apnea: Danger Zone for Men

Sleeping soundly isn't just good for you it's good for your heart, especially if you're a man.

How to Protect Your Aging Knees

Your knees have a heavy load to bear. They support a good percentage of your body weight and have been doing so since you learned to walk. So it's no surprise that as you get older, your knees may experience a little (or a lot) more trouble than they used to.

Got Stress? Read This

Chronic stress is a villain that causes a host of problems ranging from sleep and digestive disorders to depression. Stress can affect your concentration, lead to weight gain (or loss), weaken the immune system and even contribute to heart disease.

Sleepless Nights Could Cost Years

A recent study found that men who have insomnia are four times more likely to die when compared to men who reported sleeping well.

Osteoporosis: Not Just a Woman's Problem

Recent research shows that brittle bones, long considered a women's problem, is taking a significant toll on men.

10 Ways to Live 10 Years Younger

These simple strategies can knock a whole decade off of your outlook so you'll feel 10 years younger.

Are Public Restrooms Making You Sick?

There are some simple steps you can take to make sure you don't become a walking biohazard, regardless of the state of the public bathroom you find yourself in.

How Coffee Reduces Prostate Cancer Risk

Despite what others may tell you, coffee has been found to have some serious health benefits.

Top 5 Supplements for Men

The key to effective supplementation is to know what you're taking and why you're taking it.

Red Meat Linked to Bladder Cancer

New research links the consumption of red meat to an increased risk of bladder cancer, the tenth most common cancer in the U.S.

Kickbox Your Way to a Better Body

Kickboxing is a total-body, booty-kicking workout that's fun, makes you fast on your feet, and kicks you into the best shape of your life.

Prevent Erectile Dysfunction

From having more sex to monitoring your testosterone, here are six ways to lower your chances of developing ED.

Watching Sports May Be Bad for Your Heart

One study showed the risk for cardiac arrest soared to two to four times higher while watching heart-pounding sports events. But does it matter if your team wins or loses?

Just Hit 40? 7 Tune-Up Tips

Steps you can take to help ensure your health well into your golden years.

2 Pains You Mustn't Ignore When Working Out

Know what to watch out for whether you're going for a jog or lifting weights.

The Proper Way to Wear Your Seatbelt

Seat belts save more than 13,000 lives every year in this country, but they can do so only if you wear them the right way.

The Truth about the "Beer Belly"

Beer the beverage favored by most men nationwide. It could accompany your nightly dinner or favorite TV program. A six-pack may join you during your weekend barbeque or while you watch the game. Regardless of when you consume it, one thing tends to remain the beer belly.

How to Stay Safe on the Treadmill

Treadmills keep you moving in poor weather, help you cross train, and let you exercise at home. But don't let your treadmill workout become a walk on the wild side.

5 Ways your TV is Slowly Killing You

Research suggests that your TV-viewing habit can be a deadly pastime.

Could You Really Be "Bored to Death"?

Boredom may be shaving years off of your life, scientists have found.

Tips to Avoid Spring Sports Injuries

Trying to leap back to last season's performance level without appropriate training can be the fast track to a sports injury this spring.

Junk Food That's Good for You

While eating junk food might be quick, easy and pleasurable in the moment, it can be dangerous for your future. There are some junk foods, however, that are better for you than others. Knowing what junk foods are good for you may make all the difference in your life.

Being Macho Can Affect Your Health

Men who subscribe to macho ideals are less likely to get routine medical care, a recent study suggests.

How to Cope With Cold Sores

Read on to find out how to soothe your cold sore symptoms, or reduce your outbreaks altogether.

Stay Hydrated in Indoor Heat

If you think dehydration only occurs outside during the summertime, you're sorely mistaken.

Innocent Behaviors That Lead to Death

Innocent behaviors such as social drinking, dieting, and relieving back pain through a doctor-prescribed medication can unsuspectingly be a gateway to harmful behavior for some people and ultimately death.

Do Men Need to Do Cardio?

The debate ranges on about whether guys need cardio too. Maybe the issue is what kind of cardio and how much do you need.

Over 40 Exercise Tips for Men

As men age past 40, they lose muscle mass, bone density and their metabolic rate slows down- leaving men at risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. Exercise is one of the best ways prevent disease and ensure a good quality of life.

Why Do Men Die Sooner?

A married couple who live in the same house, eat the same foods, and engage in the same activities should have life expectancies that are equal, shouldn't they?

Best Tips to Prevent Razor Bumps

Razor bumps are painful and cause scarring. Learn a few shaving and skin care tricks to prevent them from popping up.

Stretching: Why Every Man Should Be Doing It

Stretching is the last exercise men want to do. But it has important benefits for your health, both in the short term and in the future.

The Job Stress and Stroke Connection

Men who feel stressed at work are at a greater risk of having a stroke.

5 Ways to Nix Nighttime Nibbling

Eating a late-night snack before bedtime may not only pack on unwanted pounds; it could keep you up at night with indigestion and even set off episodes of heartburn.

3 Natural Aphrodisiacs for Men

These natural aphrodisiacs for men may revive your sex life.

The Best Muscle Building Foods

Four muscle-building foods that help you refine your physique and boost your energy during your workouts.

Belly Fat Dangers for Men

Men are more at risk for belly fat than women. Check out the dangers belly fat can pose and the quickest way to burn it off.

The 5 Biggest Health Issues for Men

A look at five of the biggest health issues affecting American men.

Alternative Prostate Cancer Treatments

A few alternative prostate cancer treatments are proving effective in scientific studies, providing men seeking natural remedies for prostate cancer more hope.

Causes of Penis Pain

An overview of the most common causes of penis pain and treatment.

Sports Injuries: Ice Pack or Heat Therapy?

Find out if an ice pack or heat therapy is better to treat sports injuries.

How to Avoid Common Gym Injuries

Here, get common sense advice on how to avoid common gym injuries and prevent chronic pain in the future.

Expert Q&A: Treatment Options for Herniated Discs

Orthopedic and spinal surgeon Dr. Sean McCance answers a reader's question about herniated discs.

Sports Injury or Sports Hernia?

Sports hernia, an increasingly common type of sports injury, can cause chronic pain and loss of function. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of a sports hernia.

Sex after Testicular Cancer

If you suspect, or have been diagnosed with, testicular cancer, you re probably concerned about how the disease may affect your sexual desire and performance. Fortunately, most of the news is encouraging.

Erectile Dysfunction in Diabetics: An Early Indicator of Heart Disease?

Erectile dysfunction may raise the likelihood of developing heart disease for men with diabetes.

Is a Vasectomy Right for You?

Don't cut corners when deciding on this permanent form of birth control. Here's what you need to know about the vasectomy procedure.

In Search of the Right Multivitamin

Follow these guidelines to solve the multivitamin mystery.

10 Fattest Jobs in America for Men and Women

Sure, your diet and exercise schedules can contribute to your weight. But who knew that your job could, too?

10 Things No One Ever Tells You About Your Health

You might not hear these tips at the doctor's office, but they could help you live a longer, healthier life.

7 Secrets All Men Keep

When it comes to certain topics, "mum's the word" for many men.

Could You Have an STD--But Not Know It?

Sexually transmitted diseases can be hard to spot; in fact, some may have no symptoms at all. Here, how to pinpoint and prevent the three most common offenders.

Erectile Dysfunction: Myths vs. Facts

Understanding erectile dysfunction is the first step in treating it. Get the facts about this common condition.

Is 70 the New 30?

Think you're too old to accomplish something? Follow these tips to defy your age and live a longer, healthier life.

Understanding STDs

About one in every four people has a sexually transmitted disease (STD), and many don't even know it. Find out how to protect yourself.

Why Men Don't Go to the Doctor

Find out the real reasons why guys don't visit their physicians and why they should.

6 Habits That Can Help You Live Longer

These daily behaviors can boost your health and increase your longevity.

Fatness vs. Fitness

How important is weight in determining good health?

New Year's Resolutions That Really Work

Follow these 10 tips to live a healthier lifestyle in the new year and beyond.

Is Organic Food Worth the Price?

The demand for organic food continues to grow every year. But is it worth the extra green?

Is Your Job Making You Fat?

Long hours, a heavy workload, and the office candy jar can all take a toll on your waistline. Follow these tips to stay slim on the job.

The Top 9 Fitness Mistakes

Working out the wrong way can do more harm than good. To prevent injury, avoid these common fitness flubs.

7 Ways to Fight Adult Acne

Follow these easy steps to minimize your risk of breakouts.

Dispelling Psoriasis Myths

Psoriasis affects an estimated 7.5 million people in the United States, but all too often, the condition is misunderstood. Here, we separate fact from fiction.