Author Archives: Men's Vitality Center

  1. Reducing Your Risk of Cancer

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    Every year, cancer is responsible for around two million deaths. It is the second leading cause of death in developed countries, and the number one cause of death in underdeveloped countries. Due to the severity and prevalence of cancer, it’s crucial to educate yourself on what you can do to prevent it. While science is still working on discovering all the different ways we can prevent cancer, t…Read More

  2. 6 Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

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    Chances are, at some point in your life, you have experienced a symptom that you could not explain. Whether it was slight gastrointestinal discomfort or a sneezing fit, you may have shrugged it off as nothing and gone about your day. While there are certain causes of these symptoms that don’t warrant alarm — indigestion from lunch or seasonal allergies, for example — there are certain sympto…Read More

  3. Preventing Teen Depression

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    Teens have a variety of health concerns that, while not strictly unique to them, affect them in a unique way. One example is depression. While adults and teens alike can become depressed, because teens do not have the life experience or independence of adults, depression can feel particularly overwhelming. They may not realize they are depressed if they have not been exposed to it before, and they…Read More

  4. Managing Stress as a New Dad

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    Becoming a father is one of the greatest joys a man can experience, but with parenthood comes stress. When you become a father for the first time, you may feel overwhelmed by all the new responsibilities on your plate. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce the impact this stress has on your life and the life of your child. Sources of Stress As a new father, you likely have found many…Read More

  5. Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Weight Loss

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    Testosterone replacement therapy has many potential benefits to men with low testosterone levels. When you experience low testosterone levels, there are several unfortunate symptoms, including fatigue, reduced sex drive, loss of muscle mass, mood swings, and weight gain. Therefore, when you receive testosterone replacement therapy, improvements you may see include more energy, better sex drive, in…Read More

  6. Belly Fat in Men

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    Everyone knows that being overweight or obese puts you at greater risk for a variety of health conditions, but you may not be aware that where you carry your weight may have an impact on the level of risk for your health. Belly fat is a particularly risky type of fat, so if you have a beer gut, your motivations for losing it should be more than cosmetic. When you are looking to lose weight, Men’…Read More

  7. How to Eat Mindfully At Work

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    In many workplaces, high-calorie foods are near impossible to escape. From coworker’s birthdays filled with sheet cake, to catered meetings with hoagie sandwiches and chips, to the ever-present vending machine full of candy bars, there is temptation everywhere. When you are trying to eat healthy, the workplace can be difficult to navigate. Read below for our tips on how to stay on track at work.…Read More

  8. 5 Tips For Staying Hydrated

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    Hydration plays an important role in your health. You may have heard that you should drink a glass of water with your meal to promote weight loss, but your body’s need for water goes beyond weight control (though it certainly helps with that too). Every organ, tissue, and cell in your body requires water to function. Water lubricates your joints, helps your body maintain its temperature, and rem…Read More

  9. The Roles of Testosterone in the Body

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    At Men’s Vitality Center in Tucson, we offer testosterone replacement therapy to men who have low testosterone levels. Testosterone replacement therapy can have a transformative effect for men with low T, improving their mood, increasing their muscle mass and bone density, and increasing their energy levels. You may wonder what exactly testosterone does that makes it so important for men. In thi…Read More

  10. Preventing Top Health Threats For Men

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    In our last blog, we went over the top health threats facing men today. While there are many concerns that men should be aware of, fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent these threats in the future. In this blog, we will go over some lifestyle choices you can make to help lower the risk of these conditions from becoming a problem for you. Don't smoke If you smoke, now is the time to …Read More