It’s been said that men think about sex once every seven seconds. However, this has not been verified and is still up for debate. What we do know however, is sexual health is an important factor for overall wellbeing in males. Sex drive or “libido” as it is commonly described, is an important aspect of sexual health. S…
Prostate health is an important men’s health topic. The prostate is a specialized gland that is part of the male urinary system. Its main role is to produce the milky fluid-like substance the enables semen to easily move and swim about. The average size of the prostate gland is similar to a golf ball. However, at about…
Bell Lifestyle Products announced today the release of their new Immune Support product for the Canadian market. This product joins a comprehensive family of immune products that includes Supreme Immune Booster, Cold & Flu Immune Support, Virux, Zinc and Shark Liver Oil. The new Immune Support contains Quercetin, Vitam…
February is Heart health month, which is recognized for raising awareness of cardiovascular related diseases. Heart disease affects approximately 2.4 million Canadian adults and is the second leading cause of death according to Health Canada. High blood pressure affects about six million Canadians and it is estimated t…
Sleep is an essential human function. Sleep allows our physical body to rest and recover from the events of the day. It also helps to recharge our brain and mind, even supporting memory and learning. Sleep is crucial to survival and overall well-being. One night of sleep deprivation can impair mood, memory and judgment…
In North America the month of November is dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health issues. This month encourages men to get routine prostate exams, check in with their doctor and talk about health prevention, screening and treatments. The Prostate gland The prostate gland is a walnut sized organ in males. The…
It’s time to talk about men’s mental health. Mental health is not commonly discussed among men, including within doctors’ offices. The notion that men can feel sad, depressed, go through grief, or need to seek out mental health support has not been normalized. This needs to change. It may be surprising to know that mor…
Hair loss is not considered a disease, but rather a natural condition that occurs with age. In males, balding and hair loss can be caused by a combination of genetics, hormonal changes and aging. Male pattern baldness occurs slowly, beginning around 20 to 30 years of age in most men. Initially men will notice hair beco…
Whether it’s flat or flabby, gut health is an important factor in overall health. Medically speaking the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) is a complex system that involves muscles, nerves, bacteria, hormones and enzymes that work in symphony to support a functioning body. Contrary to what most people think, the gut is…
The prostate gland is a unique walnut-sized organ. Its main function is to produce the milky fluid component of semen, providing a slippery medium for sperm to easily swim within. The prostate gland is located directly below the bladder and surrounds the urethra, a tube which allows urine to flow from the bladder to th…