Health News

Can a new generation of weight-loss drugs finally help patients win at the losing game?

In 1992, a University of Rochester pharmacologist named Michael Weintraub published a study on a drug combination that appeared to produce never-before-seen weight loss. By week 34, his subjects — 121 volunteers — lost, on average, 30 pounds. What’s more, they rated the fenfluramine-plus-phentermine regimen not only more helpful than placebo, but also not terribly “bothersome.” The tiny study… Read More: Can a new generation of weight-loss drugs finally help patients… »

Men’s gross toilet habit confirmed

Australians have a disturbing dirty habit that could be making us sick. One in five Aussies don’t wash their hands after using the toilet, contributing to an estimated 4.1 million cases of food poisoning cases per year, according to the Food Information Council. “Good handwashing, using running water, soap and drying hands thoroughly is a… Read More: Men’s gross toilet habit confirmed »

Hypertension and Job Stress and Poor Sleep…Oh My!

A study found that hypertension, a stressful job, and insufficient sleep is a combination that may increase the likelihood of dying prematurely from heart disease. If your blood pressure is elevated, it’s certainly in your best interest to do what you can to bring it down to the normal range. That will lower your risk… Read More: Hypertension and Job Stress and Poor Sleep…Oh My! »

Meet the Editors of Men’s Health

With 25 print editions in 35 countries and more than 21 million readers across its social and digital platforms, Men’s Health is the world’s largest men’s magazine brand, and the number one source of information for and about men. It’s the brand for active, successful, professional men who want greater control over their physical, mental,… Read More: Meet the Editors of Men’s Health »