Mens Health Base

Gout

Administrator — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 13:47:41 +0000

Gout Questions and Answers What Is Gout? Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis. It occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the body. The buildup of uric acid can lead to: • Sharp uric acid crystal deposits in joints, often in the big toe • Deposits of uric acid [...]

Psoriasis Treatments

Administrator — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:45:06 +0000

Psoriasis Treatment Options How is Psoriasis Treated? Doctors generally treat psoriasis in steps based on the severity of the disease, size of the areas involved, type of psoriasis, and the patient’s response to initial treatments. This is sometimes called the “1-2-3″ approach. In step 1, medicines are applied to the skin (topical treatment). Step 2 [...]

Psoriasis

Administrator — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:42:11 +0000

Psoriasis Questions and Answers What Is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic (long-lasting) skin disease of scaling and inflammation that affects 2 to 2.6 percent of the United States population, or between 5.8 and 7.5 million people. Although the disease occurs in all age groups, it primarily affects adults. It appears about equally in males and [...]

4 Ways Sex Relieves Stress

Administrator — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:18:54 +0000

Your 401k is in the tank, your online account cost you more to trade than it gave back, and your credit cards are maxed out. You are working extended hours and when you finally drag your sorry butt through your door all you want is to collapse in your chair with a cold one. Your [...]

MS: Multiple Sclerosis

Administrator — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 16:02:35 +0000

MS Overview What is Multiple Sclerosis? An unpredictable disease of the central nervous system, multiple sclerosis (also known as MS) can range from relatively benign to somewhat disabling to devastating, as communication between the brain and other parts of the body is disrupted. Many investigators believe MS to be an autoimmune disease — one in [...]

Getting Older & Talking with Your Doctor

Administrator — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:57:46 +0000

Planning Your Doctor Visit How well you and your doctor talk to each other is one of the most important parts of getting good health care. Unfortunately, talking with your doctor isn’t always easy. In the past, the doctor typically took the lead and the patient followed. Today, a good patient-doctor relationship is a partnership. [...]

Healthy Eating As You Get Older

Administrator — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:48:51 +0000

Benefits of Eating Well Eating well is vital for everyone at all ages. Whatever your age, your daily food choices can make an important difference in your health and in how you look and feel. Eating a well-planned, balanced mix of foods every day has many health benefits. For instance, eating well may reduce the [...]

Fitness for Older Adults

Administrator — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:37:40 +0000

Benefits of Exercise Congratulations! You are joining an elite team of women and men who appreciate that exercise is one of the healthiest things you can do. Think about making a one-month commitment to exercise. If you are able to increase your physical activity for 30 days, that’s a good sign that you are on [...]

How To… Tips & Tricks

Administrator — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:36:17 +0000

Diets For Better Health & Sex!

Administrator — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:30:36 +0000