The present buying frenzy has begun. We make lists, run from store to store, and wrap frantically all in the name of love. Why not take the love you feel for the men in your life and push it a step further? To do this, purchase presents that inspire healthy living. By choosing to give gifts that improve a man's health, you will be making a positive impact on a loved one's life. Read this post to learn more about giving gifts of health.
Drinking and College: Little Known Facts
by Lori Sciame October 18th, 2024 | Men's HealthA young man goes to college with the intention of getting a degree. He knows it will take hard work, but that slip of paper will guarantee a secure future. All goes as planned, until he begins partying - five nights a week. His grades slip, and he's in danger of being placed on academic probation. Thank goodness he chooses to give up binge drinking instead of losing a long held dream.
As an Alcohol and Other Drug Education (AODE) coordinator in Wisconsin, I see this scenario play
Vegetarianism and Men
by Lori Sciame October 4th, 2024 | Men's HealthWorking on a college campus exposes me to a lot of trends, including trends in diets. Currently, many young men on my campus claim to be vegetarians. This means that they eat a diet that consists mainly of vegetables. There are a few that take an even stricter stance and strive to be vegan, a person who does not eat any food that comes from an animal, such as eggs, cheese, and milk. Although these diets have been around for years, they have increased in popularity. As outlined in Statistic Brain,
Staying Active Counts
by Lori Sciame July 5th, 2024 | Men's Health
Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that 80% of American adults do not get the recommended amount of exercise each day. This fact will have tragic consequences on the health status of the US population, including increased cases of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. As outlined in a May, 2013 CBS News article, "physical inactivity can lead to obesity and Type 2 diabetes, according to the CDC, while exercise can help control weight, and reduce the risk for developing heart disease and some cancers, while providing