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Once again researchers are raising a red flag over red meat. A National Cancer Institute study tracked nearly 537,000 adults between 50 and 71, monitoring their diet and health over the course of 16 years. They found those who routinely ate the most processed and unprocessed red meat, such as beef, lamb, and pork, had…
Is Soy Good For Men? Part II
In a previous article entitled Is Soy Good For Men, Part I, we began to explore the ways soy may or may not be beneficial for men’s health. In this second part, we will cover the scientific evidence uncovered thus far that attempts to answer this question. Soy can have different effects on the health…
Does Medicare Pay For Cost of Provenge?
Will Medicare pay for cost of Provenge? That’s a question many men ask, especially since most of the men eligible for Provenge are age 65 or older. The high cost of healthcare is a major hurdle for many individuals and families, and so when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first and only…
Should I Be Taking Zinc For My Prostate Health?
Zinc is a mineral found in large concentrations in the prostate gland, which suggests its importance in prostate health. Experts also believe that a deficiency of zinc may lead to an increase in infections and prostatitis and possibly make men more susceptible to prostate cancer because the mineral has a key role in the body’s…
Are Raspberries Good for Men’s Health?
Raspberries are an excellent source of antioxidants and phytonutrients called anthocyanins, which may protect against cancer. In a study published in Cancer Research, rats given a diet containing 5% to 10% black raspberries had a 43% to 62% decrease in the number of esophageal tumors. In subsequent studies, black raspberry extracts inhibited the growth of…
Calcium Supplements Increase Risk of Heart Attack in Men
It’s well established that everyone needs calcium to promote and support strong bones and teeth, and we are often reminded that calcium supplements are a way to get a sufficient amount of this important mineral. New research, however, suggests calcium supplements can increase the risk of heart attack, and that calcium in the diet may…