Let's face it. With age, comes wisdom. You may not drive the little red sports car that
you once drove, or hang with the guys nearly as long, but you still want to feel like you could.
Men are now more
dedicated to their health than ever before. Gone are the macho attitudes that only wimps care about their health or go to
the doctors for annual check-ups. Men are taking better care of their health and are living longer to tell about it.
• Antioxidants- Arm yourself with antioxidant support. Antioxidants
protect cells from damaging free radicals. Excessive production of these harmful cell agents may destroy healthy cells, affect
the cell aging process and are believed to alter DNA.
• B Vitamins- Heart-healthy B
vitamins such as folic acid, B6 and B12 may play a role in the maintenance of normal homocysteine levels. Homocysteine is
believed to be a risk factor of heart health.
• Calcium- Two million
men each year are diagnosed with osteoporosis, be sure to include 1000 mg of calcium in your diet each day to help reduce
your risk.
• Saw Palmetto- Helps to support a healthy prostate.
- Limit your intake of red meats- This type of meats is high in saturated fat and cholesterol
that can increase your risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Exercise- In addition
to improvements of body composition, increasing your physical activity helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system.
- Take a multivitamin- A multiple vitamin supplies essential nutrients that your body needs
to function properly.
- Drive cautiously- Always wear your seatbelt and drive the
speed limit.
- Perform a Self Testicular Exam monthly- The best time to do a self-exam
is during or after a bath or shower, when the skin of the scrotum is relaxed. Examine each testicle separately. Hold the testicle
between the thumbs and fingers with both hands and roll it gently between the fingers. Look and feel for any hard lumps or
nodules, rounded masses or any change in the size, shape, or consistency of the testes.
- If
you drink alcohol, do so in moderation- Large amounts of alcohol may contribute to weight gain. You should limit
your intake to no more than 2 drinks per day.
- Visit your healthcare provider-
Have a yearly physical that includes blood pressure check, lab tests and prostate exam.
- Quit
smoking- If you smoke, quit today. Cigarette smoking is a major cause of cancers, premature death and heart disease
