Men’s Health Has Never Been More Important Than Now

We’re helping consumers choose healthier options. And that’s really never been more important than now.

SALT LAKE CITY (PRWEB)
June 15, 2020

Created by Congress in 1994, National Men’s Health Week aims to raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection of diseases that typically impact men. Celebrated the week before Father’s Day every year, it provides an opportunity to educate men about what can be done to improve their health. With a shift in emphasis from disease treatment to prevention, both healthcare costs and lives can be saved.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the leading causes of death among men are heart disease, cancer and unintentional injury. Early detection and the adoption of healthy habits can help limit the cases of life-threatening diseases. Here are five pragmatic, health-improvement tips:

Exercise: Regular exercise can help prevent, or even reverse, heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S. Exercise increases the levels of “good” HDL cholesterol while helping to flush “bad” LDL cholesterol from the body.

Eat Healthy: Nutrition is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. A heart-healthy diet calls for eating healthy fats, such as raw nuts; colorful fruits and vegetables; high-fiber foods, like pasta and bread; and high-quality protein, including fish and poultry. Cutting trans fats, commonly found in commercially-baked goods and fried food, is equally important for preventing heart disease and living a healthy lifestyle. Some foods and drinks, including processed meats and alcohol, have been linked to certain cancers.

Get Adequate Sleep: Studies have linked insufficient sleep with an increased risk of developing cancer. And sleep deprivation can leave people at a higher risk of developing various cardiovascular diseases—regardless of age, weight, exercise habits and history of smoking. Sleep requirements vary between persons, but, in general, adults need seven to nine hours per night.

Quit Smoking: Cigarette smoking causes lung cancer. But it also makes smokers more likely to suffer from a heart attack. According to CDC data, men are more likely to smoke than women, and cigarette smoking is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S.—accounting for more than 480,000 deaths every year.

Focus on Mental Health: According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), 48,344 Americans died by suicide in 2018 (derived from the latest available CDC data). And the rate of suicide is highest in middle-aged white men. Focusing on mental health may be more important than ever during these stressful times. Practicing mindfulness, exercising, volunteering in the community, keeping a gratitude journal, practicing positive self-talk and, if needed, seeking professional counsel are all ideas for improving mental health.    

“We are happy to take an active role in helping to improve men’s health,” said Healthy YOU Vending’s Director of Operator Services, Jill Navidomskis. “By helping our independent operators offer healthier choices in workplaces and other facilities throughout the country, we’re helping consumers choose healthier options. And that’s really never been more important than now.”

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Healthy YOU Vending is the world leader in the healthy vending industry. With corporate offices in Kaysville, Utah, the Healthy YOU Vending team is dedicated to making healthier snacks, drinks and food products more accessible to people across North America. All company vending equipment is privately manufactured in the United States at a state-of-the-art facility. Owner/Operator opportunities for serious-minded and health-conscious entrepreneurs are currently available in most states.

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