Men's Health. Discover daily stories on the latest in men's health from Dr. David Samadi. Learn about top global and national health issues related to men's health such as common cancers, prostate cancer, exercise tips, male body issues, male health screenings and prevention methods. Explore healthy solutions for men's health.
A study from Houston might give men another reason to drink that morning cup of java they all know and love. Researchers wanted to investigate whether there was an association between caffeine consumption and erectile dysfunction, since caffeine is consumed by more than 85% of adults. Coffee was used to test caffeine in the study because coffee is actually the world’s primary source of caffeine.
Read MoreITAMIN D. Vitamin D becomes even more important with age, because it's needed to absorb calcium and helps prevent weak muscles and bones. Many men do not get enough exposure to the sun, which is needed for the body to produce vitamin D. It can be hard to get enough vitamin D from food. Most men can benefit from taking 1,000 IU of vitamin D daily. Too much vitamin D can cause fatigue and muscle weakness, so you should stay below 2,000 IU unless your doctor advises otherwise. Good food sources for vitamin D include salmon, sardines, cod liver oil, milk, cheese, egg yolk, orange juice, yogurt, and fortified breakfast cereal.
Read MorePenile cancer in the United States is quite rare. It occurs in less than 1 in 100,000 men and accounts for less than 1 percent of cancers in men in the United States. It is more common in areas of Asia, African, and South America. The most common type of penile cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, which usually forms on or under the foreskin. Signs and symptoms of penile cancer may include discharge, redness, irritation, or sores, a lump on the penis, or bleeding.
Read MoreBPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, is a condition of the prostate that many men develop with age. When men get older, the prostate gland often becomes enlarged. An enlarged prostate can put pressure on the urethra which makes it difficult to urinate. By age 60, more than half of men have BPH. By age 85, about 90 percent of men have BPH, but only about 30 percent will have symptoms.
Read MoreOysters. Oysters are a shellfish that may boost your testosterone levels. This can also help boost your sex drive. They are also packed with zinc, an essential nutrient the body needs
Read MoreLamar Odom, 35-year-old former NBA star and to be former husband of reality star Khloe Kardashian, is currently on life support in a hospital in Las Vegas after being found unconscious during his stay at a brothel.
Read MoreAsk any man who is beginning a workout and one of the first things they express is that they want abs. But the question is how much fat actually covers our abs? Obviously this can be quite different for men and women. For men testosterone levels affect how lean and toned your abdominal muscles get and men have a larger bone structure. There are a lot of misconceptions around how men get fit and many women believe it's much easier to lose weight and tone for them, but it's not without its work.
Read MoreDid you know that about 25 percent of all erectile dysfunction cases are caused by some type of medication side effect? This is one of a few reasons why erectile dysfunction (ED) is more common among men as they get older.
Read MoreIt’s all about the men in your life. This week we’re celebrating Men’s Health Week, June is Men’s Health Month and of course we have Father’s Day coming up this Sunday. It’s a time to celebrate all the men in your life: fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, uncles and grandfathers. Helping men live longer, healthier lives is my passion. Here are 7 gift ideas he'll never forget.
Read MoreThis Father's Day, try cooking a full day of healthy meals for dad. Cooking him healthy meals throughout the day will show more love than any tech gift or tie would. Here's some extra healthy ingredients to consider.
Read MoreBack in March doctors announced the world's first successful penis transplant. Now, the surgical team has announced that the patient’s girlfriend is pregnant. This is exciting news for everyone involved, as it means that this procedure was truly successful.
Read MoreJune is Men's Health Month. Across the country many organizations are celebrating and spreading awareness with screenings, health fairs and other health education. We'd like to call women to take the Samadi Challenge and help the men in their life focus on their health.
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