Men’s health is often an afterthought as the average man pays less attention to his health than the average woman. However, when it comes to health, men are more likely to experience chronic health conditions like – heart disease, diabetes, stroke, depression, and obesity earlier than women because of different lifestyle factors, biological and social factors. These include smoking, use of alcohol, stress, lack of exercise, unhealthy diets and they are less likely to see a doctor or health professional for regularly checkups. Another issue faced in men’s health which is often ignored is that of andrological or reproductive conditions.

A major factor underlying several andrological problems is poor management of the six essential lifestyle factors, especially those affecting the normal functioning of the reproductive system. In the practice of TAIM a great emphasis is put on diet/ nutritional supplements in maintaining and enhancing the reproductive system.

Commonly prevalent amongst the elderly population is the condition such as Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), this is a common complaint amongst men over fifty. It increases in frequency with age. As many as 50% of men over 60 may have it. It often provokes anxiety, in the mistaken belief that it is a malignant/cancerous growth. Benign prostatic enlargement from a humoural theory perspective is an imbalance due to excessive coldness. Factors which encourage the onset and development of are lack of body movement which leads to reduced body heatness. Chronic constipation can also aggravate the condition.

At Zulal Wellness Resort a bespoke temperament balanced diet is prescribed by the inhouse specialist which the guest can follow within the resort and take back home. A unique TAIM inspired treatment at ZWR from the Holistic modality which can aid in many men’s health related conditions is that of Hijama/cupping therapy. Cupping is one of the oldest and most effective methods of releasing toxins from the body’s tissues and organs with many benefits in maintaining hormonal imbalance, reduce coldness or heatness of body and improves immunity. With men’s health issues on a rise in modern times, we are encouraging men to take better care of themselves, focus on mind, body and spirit practices and get a checkup regularly with their health professional.