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…

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…

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…

It’s often assumed that prostate problems only affect seniors. In my practice as a naturopathic doctor, I have found it affecting men in their forties and even thirties. For this reason, I feel it is important that all men of all ages be educated about the topic and know their options for promoting prostate health. Kno…

There is a new wave of support for men’s health in North America. Much of it is from the shared experience of how healthy your own father was and the impact on the child’s psyche as well as on the entire family. As a result of this awareness and acknowledgment, men are more interested in taking care of their health. On…

One of the most common problems men face is related to the prostate gland. This gland is about the size of a walnut and is located just below the bladder and it surrounds the urethra (the urine tube). For such a small gland, it can cause some challenging symptoms such as persistent pain and changes in urination. The th…

There are many health problems that men may be prone to throughout their lives, but some are more common than others. These are the Top 10 men’s health problems. 1. Stress There is no doubt that we all experience stress, and men can feel it in different circumstances and with different symptoms. From an early age, boys…