Some people say that the eyes are the windows to the soul. That may or may not be true. But researchers have just found that the eyes—specifically fatty deposits around the eyelids—and several other facial characteristics may accurately predict your risk of having a heart attack.
Month: November 2012
Arthritis and Hip Pain in Men
Arthritis and hip pain are very common issues, especially in men who are active in sports or have physically demanding jobs. Hip pain that appears rather suddenly can stem from acute injuries, like sprains or strains, or overuse injuries, such as tendinitis or bursitis. Chronic hip pain may indicate hip arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most...Continue reading
Not An ‘Average Joe’ Patient? Your Healthcare Can Be In Trouble
People grow up believing that they are unique and special, but would you want to pass on that belief to your kids if you thought that being unique puts you at risk for not getting the medical care that’s best for you? Probably not. As far as healthcare goes, we cannot adopt a one-size-fits-all attitude....Continue reading
Don’t Let Your ‘Stache Turn into Nothing But Lip Service
So here we are, almost the end of November – or Movember, if you’re one of the many men around the world who’ve sprouted some facial hair as a way to give something more than lip service to men’s health. But growing a Fu Manchu or a goatee or anything else isn’t magic. Facial hair...Continue reading
Music: The Healthy Addiction
Music can heal the mind, body and soul by playing or listening or both. While the full benefits are still being studied and explored, enough studies have shown conclusively that music has both positive and negative effects on health and well-being. These same studies have also determined that it doesn’t matter what type of music...Continue reading
S*** Mates Don’t Say–Great Men’s Health Ad
Stereotypes can get really annoying, but there is some truth to the old adage about men not being good at communicating. And nowhere is that more true than when it comes to discussing our health. According to the Cancer Center of New South Wales, Australia, men are 84% more likely to die of cancer than...Continue reading
Weight Loss? Here Are Six Key Factors That Can Shape You
There are a lot of diets out there, and some of them offer quick and wonderful weight-loss results in extremely short amounts of time. However, these processes aren’t for everyone and can be very unhealthy for those who do them. They ask for immediate change in your dieting practices and workout regimens, expecting you to...Continue reading
Colonsocopy on Your Calendar? Here’s Some Good News. Maybe.
If you’ve never had a colonoscopy, you don’t know what you’re missing. And if you have had one, you’d be glad to miss the next one—but you know you shouldn’t, because it might just save your life. But there may be some good news: A recent study suggests that having just one colonoscopy might be...Continue reading
Vitamin D: Even More Important for African-Americans
When people talk about Vitamin D, it usually has to do with bone health. And last week I did a post that talked about the many benefits of getting enough D—and the health risk associated with not getting enough. Two recent studies highlight even more of those risks, especially for African-Americans: arthritis pain in the...Continue reading
Relaaaax. High Blood Pressure May Lead to Alzheimer’s
Do you have high blood pressure? If so–and this applies even if you’re under 40–you really need to do something about it. A new study found that high blood pressure–and by “high blood pressure” researchers mean anything more than 120/80)–may have some serious negative consequences for you brain. Specifically, it may prematurely age your brain.Continue reading