Health is an important topic for most men. After all, most of us would like to live well into our retirement years without any major health issues. As such, as a man yourself, understanding the leading health concerns can help you guard yourself.
However, prioritizing your health isn’t always easy, particularly in today’s fast-paced world where we’re spread in a million different directions.
From our professional responsibilities to our family responsibilities, many men are guilty of putting their health on the back burner.
However, you can significantly lower your chances of developing these issues if you raise your awareness. Here are some of the leading health concerns for men, and what you can do to avoid them.
Heart Disease
Unfortunately, heart disease is the leading condition of death in men. In 2017 it was estimated that one out of every 4 deaths in men in the United states was because of heart disease. What’s more, almost half the male population in the United states over the age of 45 have some form of cardiovascular disease.
While sometimes this is genetic, it’s often a result of poor lifestyle choices. Poor diet is a major contributing factor, as well as high alcohol consumption, lack of physical activity, and smoking. To lower your chances of heart disease, try to engage in a daily physical activity, like running, or even walking. Eat a balanced diet low in saturated fats and processed ingredients, and eat as many fruits and vegetables as possible.
Lung Cancer
Along with heart disease comes lung cancer when it comes to the leading causes male fatalities in the United States. Unfortunately, this is not limited to smokers. While quitting smoking can substantially decrease your chances of developing lung cancer, lung cancer can also occur as a result of secondhand smoke.
So, in addition to avoiding smoking yourself, avoid surrounding yourself with other people who smoke. This is a crucial preventative measure that will make a world of difference in your likelihood of lung cancer.
Diabetes
Unfortunately, men are higher at risk than women when it comes to diabetes too. This chronic condition impacts the body’s ability to regulate its blood sugar levels. Diabetes often goes hand in hand with obesity, and is often a result of poor dietary choices and lack of physical activity.
By engaging in a healthy lifestyle and staying conscientious of your weight, you can significantly lower your chances of developing diabetes.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a real concern for men all over the world, but particularly in the United states. According to the American Cancer Society prostate cancer accounts for over 25% of new cancers in men in the United states. Your chances of developing prostate cancer increase with age. So, the older you get the more important it is to attend regular screenings with your doctor.
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