ESPAÑOLTag: Mens Health
Ways to Talk to Men About Their Health
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A survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control confirmed what we already suspected: American men are much less likely to go to the doctor than women. No doubt, you might need to n...
Vitamins men in their 40’s should take
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Men in their 40s are faced with new changes to their bodies. Fortunately, there are easy ways you can support your health. Supplements can help support you as you age by making up for so...
Meditation can improve men's lives in many ways
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While some men scoff at trying meditation, there is no denying the physical and emotional benefits. Here are a few: • Stress reduction: Meditation can help people feel more relaxed by l...
Diet Tips for Prostate Health
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There are a few things to keep in mind when eating a prostate-friendly diet: • Aim to eat whole, fresh foods. • Avoid processed foods, such as frozen foods, fast food and pre-packaged fo...
3 Yoga moves older men should do daily
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Growing older means the body needs extra special care. Poor posture, a weak and out-of-shape core or lower back pain are common complaints amongst older men. Staying in shape with good m...
Why some men avoid meditating
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There is a myriad of reasons why some men dismiss meditation as a means to improve their mental and emotional health. Here are a few ‘excuses.’ • Fear of being alone with thoughts: Being...
Cocoa products for a testosterone boost
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Cocoa products such as cocoa powder and cacao nibs are high in magnesium and flavonoid antioxidants, both of which are important for testosterone. Flavonoids are plant compounds that hav...
Easy dinners for people who do not cook
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As the evening darkens earlier and the temperatures outside cool, having dinner at home sounds good. Unless you don’t know anything about cooking. Here are some quick, easy ideas to serv...
Muscle building tips for men after age 40
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While it s true that you have a lower work capacity and slower recovery rate as you get older, you can still make progress. In fact, a study found that men between 35 and 50 years old bu...
Strength and muscle size are quickly regained after training break
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Breaks in resistance training do not impair long-term development in strength and muscle size. A study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences inv...
Wear your heart (or mustache) on your sleeve for a man in your life
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November has become Brovember in El Paso, and the Rio Grande Cancer Foundation wants to help you start a conversation about men’s health with some of the men in your life. (And it may he...
National Mammography Day
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The third Friday in October is observed as National Mammography Day. This day serves as a reminder to all women that the best defense is early detection. A mammogram can often detect a p...
The emotional impact of a breast cancer diagnosis
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A breast cancer diagnosis can evoke many emotions, from fear, shock and anger to disbelief, sadness and numbness. These emotions may change day to day or even hour to hour. Experts beli...
When is hormone therapy used for breast cancer?
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Hormone therapy is often used after surgery (as adjuvant therapy) to help reduce the risk of the cancer coming back. Sometimes it is started before surgery as neoadjuvant therapy. It i...
Body weight, breast cancer risk and menopausal status
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Studies show a link between BMI and breast cancer risk. However, the way it’s linked to breast cancer risk differs before and after menopause. • Before menopause, women who are overwei...
3 Nutritional Supplements to Protect From HPV
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The Human Papilloma Virus, also known as HPV, is a widespread virus that can harm both men and women and cause cancer and other health issues, including cervical cancer. The good news is...
Cervical cancer prevention through food choices
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For cancer prevention as well as overall health and wellness, many experts recommend a plant-based diet that consists primarily of fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. These foods...
Minimize Your Risk for Cervical Cancer with Exercise
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According to a U.S. case-controlled study, women who do not engage in regular physical activity have an increased risk of developing cervical cancer. According to a recent study, even ...
Why do men delay seeking advice about prostate cancer?
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Around 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime but many don’t know where their prostate is and even fewer know what it does or the physical symptoms that can ...
Green Tea for Prostate Health
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Green tea is a type of tea that has long been known to have incredible health benefits. It can help combat damaging free radicals, protect against prostate cancer, lower cholesterol, and...
How Does Diet Affect Prostate Health?
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The male urinary system consists of many important organs aside from the prostate. The kidneys, ureter, Vas Deferens — the tube that is modified during a vasectomy, bladder, urethra, tes...
Exercise may help prevent prostate cancer
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Several studies suggest that men who take part in regular physical activity are less likely to develop prostate cancer or die from the disease. Doctors agree that most likely, it’s ...
Search to find out why men with prostate cancer are at higher risk of Alzheimer's
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Researchers at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are searching for a better way to understand why many men with prostate cancer end up with Alzheimer's disease, and wh...
New study supports annual breast cancer screening for women over 40
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Women diagnosed with breast cancer who had regular screening mammograms every year were less likely to have late-stage cancer and had higher overall survival than those who received scre...
Understanding the issues men face about mental health
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Depression and anxiety affect both men and women, but men often exhibit different symptoms or may not recognize their emotional distress. According to the National Institute of Mental He...
These nutrients may have cancer-fighting properties:
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• Lycopene, 15 mg, 2 times per day, is an antioxidant found in tomatoes and watermelon. Researchers think it may help prevent prostate cancer, although the studies have been preliminary ...
Diet, Men and Prostate Cancer
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A healthy diet is about balancing different foods that are tasty as well as nutritious. Physicians advise that men eating a well-balanced healthy diet should: • Eat antioxidant foods, i...
Exercise, Physical Activity & Prostate Cancer
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Being physically active can help fight prostate cancer, prevent recurrence, and help with treatment side effect management. When most men think of physical activity or exercise, they...
Prostate cancer blood test equally effective
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The Stockholm3 blood test, developed by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, is equally effective at detecting prostate cancer in different ethnic groups, a new paper published in The J...
How Much Weight Can You Lose from Exercising
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While it is almost impossible to predict how much weight you will lose from exercising, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that individuals who lose weight at a healthy...
Do you burn more calories while exercising in hot weather?
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Technically, you do burn more calories in the heat. However, it comes with a major drawback. When exercising in hot weather or deliberately overheating your body, such as by wearing ...