Optimum Men’s Health Blog

Many people believe that there’s no solution for male pattern baldness, that it’s just another unavoidable fact of aging we have to accept. Good news: this is another myth! “Wait a minute,” I hear you saying, “just two paragraphs ago, you said that male pattern baldness is irreversible.” Well, yes, I did, and yes, it is—without medical intervention. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil have been scientifically proved to slow hair loss and even regrow hair. I’ve been taking finasteride myself for just over six months, and I’m already noticing a real difference.

The key is balance. Eating healthy foods shouldn’t feel like a punishment, and with more—and more creative—health-conscious options on shelves and menus than ever before, there’s a smart choice to satisfy every snacker. And it’s okay to treat yourself with an occasional sugary dessert—as long as it’s the exception, not the rule.

Busting Myths About TRT Risks No. 2 Authored by Ryden AndersonIntroductionLast time, we explored the pervasive culture of silence, shame, and generally sucking it up that has historically surrounded the topic of men’s health. And with our modern social-media landscape...

This is the first in a planned series of posts that will sift through the myths, misinformation, and marketing mumbo jumbo to get at the truth about our health. Future installments will focus on more specific myths, claims, and controversies. But first, let’s lay a foundation by figuring out why there are so many of those out there in the first place. Broadly speaking, there are three overarching myths that contribute to the amount of misunderstanding and misinformation about men’s health. Let’s look at each of them in turn.

What is MANOPAUSE? An Age Old Problem with Roots in Male Biology Authored by Ryden AndersonA man stops into a drugstore with his young son. Walking past aisles of cold meds and Ace bandages, the boy spies a section of small, colorful boxes sporting the silhouette of...