Did you know? Men’s Health Month occurs during the month of June to spread awareness about proper men’s health and nutrition. The month is dedicated to get attention for men who need to improve their lifestyle habits towards better health year-round. Summer is the ideal time for many men to start eating and exercising better. In addition, they also need to get regular checkups and see their healthcare professionals about their health status.
Yearly Exams
Men need to get their teeth and bodies checked out by their dentist and doctor every year to identify potential problems before they become serious. A doctor or dentist will often catch small problems, like weight gain, blood pressure, blood sugar, small cavities and potential gum issues, helping their patients address the problems before they need expensive and extensive procedures. Yearly exams are important. But there is more men can do to help improve their health or maintain the good health they already enjoy.
Healthy Upkeep
Chiropractic treatment in Colorado Springs is helpful for men who want to help their bodies stay flexible and healthy throughout the year. Just like a dentist and doctor can catch problems early before they become worse, a chiropractor can catch and correct little misalignments of the spine that can lead to pain and more health problems in the future. The chiropractor isn’t the one who does the healing but rather enables a patient’s body to heal on its own with adjustments, massage and other therapies. Chiropractic care is based on the truth that the body heals itself, but is often inhibited by inflammation, misalignment and poor circulation of blood to damaged tissues. Chiropractors not only see injured patients, but also those who are not experiencing pain, but want to improve their overall lifestyle.
Eating Better
Reducing inflaming foods, such as excessive refined sugars and highly processed and low nutrient foods is important for helping the body operate at its optimum level. Men often could benefit from cutting out fried foods and sugary drinks that often contribute to an overeating problem. Adding healthy proteins and nutrients with lean meat (fish and chicken), healthy fats and proteins (eggs, tree nuts and avocados), and natural vitamins (dark greens and colorful vegetables) will help reduce the desire for unhealthy foods. Drinking plenty of water (studies recommend at least 13 cups of water per day for men) is also important for men to maintain healthier bodies and improve their body function.
Moving
Exercise doesn’t have to be a dedicated time in the gym. Men need to find an activity that gets their heart pumping and muscles working at least a few times a week. Exercise can come in the form of walking a dog, playing a recreational sport, Frisbee golf, swimming, chasing kids in a game of tag and more. Not only does exercise help the body, but it also reduces stress levels and improves overall mood for most men.
Although the majority of men don’t like going to the doctor for checkups, and many don’t like to eat well and exercise too, it is still important! So please consider your health habits and use this month as a reminder to do a little better!
