If you are an average American man, chances are you only see a health care professional when you are ill or concerned about symptoms, but for many, it is too late. Well visits are an important part of your overall health.
This month is Men’s Health Month, and well visits
Lower Back Pain: Common Problem
by Kimberly Hays June 17th, 2022
Lower back pain is a common condition. It affects 90% of adults in the U.S. at some point in their lives. It is also a symptom, and not a disease, and most often, actually 80% of the time, a physical examination cannot determine the cause. Usually when no specific cause is found, the pain usually dissipates over time on its own. Lower back pain is second in causes of loss of work, following the common cold. Because lower back
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Building Meaningful Relationships
by Lori Sciame June 10th, 2022
My relationship post this week is in honor of National Men's Health Month. This is because building meaningful relationships with peers has a direct correspondence with a man's mental health. In essence, although many men tend to not like talking about emotions, they still benefit from the company of male friends. In tough times, male friends may not discuss issues non stop like the majority of females do, but they still offer support and reassurance; therefore, men need to
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Vitamins, Minerals, and Supplements
by Kimberly Hays June 3rd, 2022While the nutrition from the food we eat and the vitamins we take are equal for both men and women as far as national guidelines, we often think that is all that both sexes need. Actually, because men frequently exercise strenuously, and they have to deal with erectile dysfunction and other reproductive organ issues, there are specific minerals, vitamins, and other supplements they should take to meet the body’sRead MoreDelicious and Healthy
by Lori Sciame May 27th, 2022Healthy snacking doesn't have to be boring. If you have grown tired of carrot sticks, popcorn, and rice cakes, homemade fruit and/or nut bars may be just the snack you and your family have been looking for. Check out our sister site, My Fitness Tunes, for a post with awesome fruit and nut bar recipes. The ingredients are simple, and the preparation is relatively simple.Read MoreMental Health Books
by Jessica B. May 20th, 2022There are a lot of books out on the market that aim to help you with your mental health issues, but some are better than others. Here is a guide to some must reads if you are looking to study up on how you can work to improve your mental health.Read More
The Tools, by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels is a good example of a book that gives you some
