Men’s Health

Ask the Doctor: Alcohol and Diabetes

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
Q. Can I still enjoy alcohol even if I’ve been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? A. The short answer is yes: Consuming alcoholic beverages in moderation is generally safe for people with type 2 diabetes. The key words here are “in moderation.” That means no more than two standard drinks … Read More

Your Eyes Are Windows to Your Overall Health

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
It’s been said that the eyes are the “windows to the soul.” Less poetically, those “windows” may allow for a glimpse of your overall health. Since your eyes offer an unobstructed view of your blood vessels, any problems found during an eye exam may provide doctors and patients with the … Read More

How Your Dietary Needs Change as You Age

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
When you were younger and more active, you probably didn’t think twice about eating three meals (or more) a day to satisfy your appetite. So, now that you’re over age 65, you might be surprised that you don’t eat like you used to. Fact is, your dietary needs change as … Read More

Task Force Advocates Diabetes Screening

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
All adults ages 40 to 70 who are overweight or obese should be screened for diabetes, according to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). In its October 2015 recommendation, the USPSTF advocates screening with the hemoglobin A1c, fasting blood glucose, or oral glucose tolerance tests. Any abnormal findings should … Read More

Low Vitamin D Levels May Hasten Cognitive Decline

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
Older adults with vitamin D shortfalls may experience more rapid declines in cognitive function, according to a study published online Sept. 14, 2015, in JAMA Neurology. Researchers measured blood levels of vitamin D in 382 people, average age about 75. About half of the study participants were cognitively normal and … Read More

Study: Gout Risk Higher in People with Sleep Apnea

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
If you have sleep apnea, you also might be at higher risk of developing painful gout, a recent study suggests. Researchers reviewed data on 9,865 people newly diagnosed with sleep apnea and 43,598 people without the disorder. Over a one-year follow-up period, 270 cases of gout were diagnosed in the … Read More

Ask the Doctor: Grape Juice

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
Q. Does grape juice offer the same heart-health benefits as red wine? A. For years, red wine has been touted for its cardiovascular benefits. Like red wine, red and purple grape juice (especially juice made from Concord grapes) contain an antioxidant known as resveratrol, which may help lower your risk … Read More

Ask the Doctor: Dry Nasal Passages

Mar 24, 2016 · · Men's Health
Q. What can I do to keep my nasal passages from drying up in the winter? A. Your nose processes the 4,000 to 4,500 gallons of air that pass through it to the lungs each day. It filters the air, warms it to body temperature, and humidifies it to prevent … Read More

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