It's no secret that I'm working to improve myself during this time spent locked in my home. While I still enjoy a beer, I've continued to try and grab an energy drink for breakfast or a late-night snack instead of grazing the freezer. While I've been a long time fan of another protein shake brand, when the folks at Iconic Protein contacted me I was immediately intrigued. While most brands have chocolate and vanilla... they had the staples plus unique flavors such as Cacao Greens and Tumeric Ginger. I was a bit nervous on my first sip because I wasn't sure what to expect. Sure, it was unique... but would it be good?

Taking care of our health is always important, but it can sometimes be a real challenge. For one, the most accessible food options are not really the most healthful ones. We all have been warned about readily available fast food, right?

Chronic pain is a real beast. It can come from many sources, including chronic inflammation and injury. If you have chronic pain, then it's important to know how to manage it so that it doesn't take over your life. The pain just doesn't stop no matter what you do and there doesn't seem to be any relief in sight. This article will provide some key tips on how chronic pain sufferers can manage, reduce, and eventually eliminate chronic pain from their lives.

Cruise ships are an environment unlike any other when it comes to the spread of disease. You have sometimes as many as 8,000 people from all over the world crammed into a boat together for a week or more. That means that each elevator button, handrail, tongs in the buffet, countertops are touched thousands of times each day. Unfortunately, not everyone is 100% healthy. While you can protect yourself from others, sometimes it is YOU who is the sick one. Here's what to do if you catch a cold while on a cruise ship.

Plastic surgery was once thought of as something only for women and for medically required reconstructive purposes. Today, however, it is becoming much more comment for men as well.

Ok, so valentine's day was last week and for most of us we have a partner to celebrate, honor and cherish... hopefully, one who will reciprocate our care and attention on March 14 for "Steak and a BJ Day". For those guys out there that don't have a partner to celebrate with, maybe it's time to try something different. Sex toys for men have evolved by leaps and bounds over the past decades from "inflatable dolls" to some of the most advanced technology on the market today. There's simply no reason to go full-on into "American Pie" mode these days. Let's take a look at some of today's most popular trends...

The world self care seems to be popping up in the media everywhere I look and it is apparently the latest trend among progressive women. So why you ask am I talking about it here? The simple answer is taking the time to relax, step back from your daily life and spend some time getting to know yourself is just as important for men as it is women. While the origins of this term come from a soft woke place, that doesn't mean we can't take things and turn it up a notch. The core concept though is the same, so let's take a look at some fun self care ideas for men.

Fitness experts say that for good health you should walk at least 10,000 steps each day. I registered more than 8,000 today at the Chicago Auto Show and that seemed like a lot. Will 10,000 really help me though?

The prostate is well, a sensitive area that most men don't want to talk about. However, it is a critical part of our body and so it's important to both get it checked as well as work to keep it healthy and operating correctly. That's why I like to support men's health efforts to raise awareness and create a conversation around it. Apparently so does Bill Engvall, so we got the opportunity to chat about why this is important to him recently.

Now that a new decade is upon us it is time for a fresh start, and most of us have already set goals to get rid of that Christmas belly for the next few months. A new year is always a great chance to form better habits, and going on a dietor losing weight is often the first on everyone’s list. 

Ear plugs are such a basic piece of gear that sometimes the proper use can be overlooked. Whether you are hunting, using a chain saw, attending a race, or trying to block out noise on a long plane flight, earplugs are a critical - though simple - solution to keeping your hearing. While there's a compulsion to pretend loud noises don't bother you because, "we're men!", even if you can stand the noise, it could be causing permanent hearing loss.

While most people look at the holidays as a time of joyous festivities, for those suffering from addiction it can be a very dangerous time. Whether you are fighting nicotine, drugs, or alcohol, the stress of family gatherings, bacchanalic office parties, or simply the limited exposure to sunlight during winter months there are some important things you need to keep in mind to avoid relapsing. Here are some tips that can help you make it through the holidays while staying sober.

Growing old is just a part of life. Some aspects of it are awesome: you can drink, you can drive (but not at the same time), you can go wherever you want, you can do whatever you want. Other aspects, though, are not so great. You’re burdened with responsibilities. Time seems to dissolve in your hands. You’re exhausted from sunrise to sunset and then have to do it all over again the next day.

When it comes to men’s health issues, there is one area that, to many, is still deemed taboo. Masculinity is often defined by virility and the strength of our erections. It's part of art and culture since pre-history and modern men (and women) will continue this tradition despite what media and well-meaning individuals might try to suggest. VitaFLUX is a new solution that is FDA approved and the makers say can be used alongside other medicines designed to treat erectile dysfunction.

Anyone involved in skincare knows that the industry has undergone many significant changes in the past decade, especially when it comes to men’s skincare.

We don't often think about what we'll be like when we get older. A few decades ago for instance, I never once thought that maybe I might need bifocal lenses but now that's a reality sooner rather than later. Let's take a look at some of these technologies and how they might be useful to our future selves.

I'll admit it, I don't like to go to the doctor. They tell you that you need to weigh less, eat better, get more exercise and what fun is all that!? However, the truth is that they have your best interests in mind and beyond those core healthy lifestyle choices, there are some concerns that a doctor's advice is needed to detect and cure. As men, we often have a problem admitting that it is time to go and get those little health concerns checked out. Very often we dismiss things as not being serious and manage pain and discomfort with paracetamols or over the counter remedies. 

We often focus on "street drugs" like crack and meth when talking about drug addiction and point to "those guys". Unfortunately, the reality in America today is that opioids including prescription drugs, synthetics like fentanyl, and ultimately heroin pose an even greater danger. What's more tragic is that many people who find themselves facing problems ultimately start out with prescription drugs that are prescribed to address legitimately medical issues following surgery or while recovering from injury. Unfortunately, opioids are so powerful that their use can quickly overwhelm even the best people. That leads to other challenges - not just for the original patient but for their spouse, family, and friends as well.

CBD seems to be the modern answer to everything from anxiety to headaches and I've seen the benefits personally so I'm an advocate for it's continued use. However, what was once a simple landscape involving mostly just creams and oil has blossomed into a complex market with vaping pens, gummies, tincture, and others. This explosion is driven by savvy consumers looking to fit this "miracle product" into their lives in a way that works best for them. Let's take a look at some of the different ways that you can consume CBD today...

While I strongly support marijuana legalization in California, it frustrates me to no end that more attention isn't being devoted to helping people understand the limits of safe consumption. On one hand, everyone knows you shouldn't drink or text and drive - but for some reason, some people see no reason to avoid driving after consuming cannabis products. Others, simply don't understand how the chemicals can affect driving performance. To make things even more complicated testing resources aren't as effective with marijuana as they are with BAC when testing one's level of intoxication.