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In today’s Western society it’s much easier, and not to mention quicker, to spend a few bucks at the McDonald’s across the street than it is to make a satisfying dinner. In a world of Big Mac’s, KFC and Haagen-Dazs ice cream, who really wants to eat their spinach and celery sticks? As a result, however, our fat-filled diets have brought about an epidemic of heart disease, which has become North America’s No. 1 killer.

Most guys in the gym—even the regulars—look about the same year after year. Maybe you do too, and that sucks. You don't go through life trying to stay where you are, so why are you still lifting the same weights as last year? Probably because you don't have a plan for progress. We do.

Finding healthy meals to make for your family everyday can be a chore. Here is a video to give you some quick and easy ideas. Check out this video on how to make Avacado Chicken Salad.

Healthy eating is an essential component in any diabetes management plan. Make wise food selections that will help keep your blood sugar level within your target range. Follow these tips on using your diet to manage your diabetes.

Are you always trying to figure out how to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet? Remember the old saying "An apple a day keeps the doctor away"? Well here is a short video that will help you with some ideas on how to make sure that you are getting the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables each day.

Many times when eating out or even at home we are not being careful about our food decisions. Women's Health.Gov has put together a list of small things that we can do to make our eating habits healthier.

Do you have diabetes or high blood pressure? Did you know that both of these conditions can damage your kidneys? Kidney disease from diabetes and high blood pressure does not go away, it just gets worse over time. Early kidney disease does not make you feel sick. The only way to know is to get tested.

Heart attacks , strokes and cardiac arrest are affecting our population at a younger and younger age now a days; we must educate ourselves on the warning signs for these ailments in order to stop them before they start. Here are some of the warning signs that you should look out for.

Fre Flo Do. Developed by Los Angeles-based Kappel LeRoy Clarke, has become the hard hitting regimen of most major athletes, including Reggie Bush. Football's frenetic nature—the chaos that often calls for players to make split-second game- or career-changing decisions— is difficult to replicate in the gym. Take a look at Reggie's grueling training regimen.

There are a handful of factors that can put a man at risk for Prostate Cancer. Know your prostate health and know what puts you at risk. Learn what those risks are and how to help prevent them here.

Understanding the health risks for men is a crucial part in maintaining a healthy life. A few simple lifestyle changes can help address mens health concerns including heart disease, cancer, obesity, diabetes and stroke.

Depression is a serious but treatable medical condition — a brain disease — that can strike anyone, including men. <strong>In America alone, more than 6 million men have depression each year.</strong>