Calling all men…

To all the aging men out there… if you want to slow down the natural decline of your testosterone levels--- exercise! (ok, there are other factors that help slow the decline but getting off your bumpkin is very important.)

According to The New York Times article, "Aging: Lifestyle May Influence Testosterone Level," researchers for a new study has found that "even a fairly small increase in body mass index, for example, is associated with a drop in testosterone like that normally associated with 10 years of aging. And that can put men at increased risk for diabetes, reduced bone and muscle mass and sexual problems." (Wow!)

Therefore, gentlemen, if you're not willing to exercise to improve your health, or to get rid of your pot belly, perhaps you will do it to slow the decline of your testosterone (meaning you won't need the blue pill so soon).

Update:

Just as an update to the entry we wrote on Wednesday titled "Euthanasia," the Italian poet, Mr. Piergiorgio Welby, a great advocate for the rights of the terminally sick to end their lives, passed away "late Wednesday after a doctor sedated him and removed the respirator that had kept him alive for nine years."

This case has been widely publicized on the front pages of the Italian papers (euthanasia-- or even refusing treatment, such as a respirator, that will cause death -- is illegal in Italy). Mr. Welby tried to end his life legally by going through the proper channels in court and even writing the president a letter--- but his request was repeatedly denied.

However, he refused to be quieted regarding his cause and, on Wednesday, was aided to die peacefully---albeit illegally.

Rest in peace, Mr. Welby.