Leah @ August 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Food and Drinks, Men's Health, Women's Health
People who are at high risk for developing cancer should definitely avoid These foodsHot dogs Because they are high in nitrates, the Cancer Prevention Coalition advises that children eat no more than 12 hot dogs a month. Processed meats and bacon Also high in the same sodium nitrates found in hot dogs, bacon, and other processed meats raise […]
Leah @ August 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health, Women's Health
When you’re injured, ice is like gold. In fact, it is an essential treatment for most fitness-related injuries, for both kids and adults. It is one of the key ways to reduce the inflammation that occurs when you have some type of muscle tear, tendonitis, sprain or strain. Always consult your health care provider when […]
Leah @ July 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health, Seasonal, Women's Health
This is a large collection I’ve compiled of home remedies and treatments to help with sunburn relief.
At the bottom of this post you’ll find some information about signs to watch for when determining if medical attention is needed as well as blister care and signs of infection.
Melanoma (skin cancer) has grown to be a serious […]
Leah @ July 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
This month we will feature “Interstitial Cystitis” as our Men’s Health article.
Overview of urinary function
The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The kidneys, a pair of purplish-brown organs, are located below the ribs toward the middle of the back. The kidneys remove water and waste from the blood in […]
Leah @ June 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
4 Steps to a Perfect Shave
Article found on Men’s Health.com
One of our scruffier reporters recently spent 50 minutes in a leather chair for a $45 shave at The Art of Shaving, a high-end “barber spa” with locations in New York City, Miami, and Dallas. “Baby smooth,” he judged.
The tips he gleaned: […]
Leah @ April 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
This Story Will Put You to Sleep
By: Neal Thompson
In the crib, you had it made. Fuss a little and you got a breast in your mouth. And when you weren’t suckling, you were comatose–up to 18 hours a day. Now? You sleep like a man–lousy. By the time you reach 20, that 18 hours is […]
Leah @ March 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health, Relationships, Women's Health
Lucky in Love
Want your bond to last? Heed the advice o’ the Irish
Folks who hail from the Emerald Isle are a famously amorous bunch (see “Kiss Me, I’m Irish” pins, smooching the Blarney Stone, the Colin Farrell sex tape…). So in honor of St. Patty’s Day, we’ve translated a few old Irish adages into modern […]
Leah @ March 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
10 FOODS TO SOLVE ANY HEALTH WORRY
Your kitchen is a medicine cabinet. Here’s your prescription
You’ve got insomnia.
Eat a handful of almonds. They contain massive amounts of magnesium, which helps your body relax.
You’re hungover.
Blend an orange-flavored smoothie. This liquid meal fights alcohol-induced dehydration. It’s loaded with vitamin C to help […]
Leah @ February 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
The 10 Best Foods You Aren’t Eating
Want to do your body a world of good? It’s as easy as expanding your grocery list.
By: Jonny Bowden, Ph. D.
Although some guys aren’t opposed to smoking some weed, most wouldn’t think of eating one. It’s a shame, really, since a succulent weed named purslane is not only […]
Leah @ January 1, 2008 # Comments Off
Men's Health
Men At Greater Risk Of Heart Attack, Stroke When Exposed To Diesel Exhaust
Increased roadway pollution produced by diesel fuel in vehicles is leading to a cascade of conditions that could result in heart attack or stroke, researchers suggested in the report of a small study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2007.
United […]
Leah @ December 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Men's Health
Male Genital Problems and Injuries
Male genital problems and injuries can occur fairly easily since the scrotum and penis are not protected by bones. Genital problems and injuries most commonly occur during:
Sports or recreational activities, such as mountain biking, soccer, or baseball.
Work-related tasks, such as exposure to irritating chemicals.
Falls.
A genital injury often causes […]
Leah @ November 1, 2007 # Comments Off
Men's Health
The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy eating plan combining elements of Mediterranean style cooking.
If you’re looking for a heart-healthy eating plan, the Mediterranean diet might be right for you. The Mediterranean diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating, plus a splash of flavorful olive oil and perhaps a glass of good red wine, among other […]