Men’s Health
Men in the 1920s had an average life expectancy of one year less than women. Today, the gap between men and women’s life expectancies is six years, according to the Men’s Health Network. The reasons for this gap are many, and include men’s less frequent trips to the doctor, lower rate of health insurance coverage, and greater likelihood of working in dangerous industries. Use this guide to learn how to stay healthy and keep an eye out for health problems unique to men.
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Men can stay healthy by exercising regularly, eating well and seeing the doctor for routine checkups. In this section, learn about men’s nutrition needs, exercise suggestions and essential health screenings.
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- To learn more about fitness, see the findingDulcinea Fitness Web Guide. Besides general fitness information, there are additional guides on weight training, running and swimming. In the findingDulcinea Sports Web Guide, find other activities, such as golf, hunting and tennis.
- If you smoke or use chewing tobacco, stopping can significantly improve your health. To learn more about it, visit the findingDulcinea Quit Smoking Web Guide.
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For a wellness overview …
MedicineNet.com
has an overview of how men can live a healthy lifestyle. Learn the importance of exercise and a healthy diet, and how men can protect themselves from accidents and manage stress to have a healthy life.
For nutrition …
Mission Hospitals
in Asheville, N.C., gives an overview of the different parts of our diets—carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and water—and what men should know about them.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
has produced a five-page brochure called “why do fruits and vegetables matter to men?” Learn how much fruits and vegetables men should be eating each day, broken down by age range. There are also tips for getting more fruits and vegetables into your diet.
To learn more about general nutrition, see the findingDulcinea Nutrition Web Guide.
For fitness …
InteliHealth
is a consumer health site run by the insurance company Aetna. This page has an article called “Men: Stay Fit As You Age” that explains how to adapt your exercise routine as you age. Also learn “10 Manly Tips For An Aging Workout” and “Age-Appropriate Exercises For Men”, that includes a table describing how fitness changes, and suggests safe exercises and modifications for all age groups.
To learn about health screenings …
Mayo Clinic
shows when you should get different types of screenings done, based on your age and gender. A 35-year-old man, for instance, should have a blood pressure reading every two years, a cholesterol test every five years, and have two eye exams between the ages of 30 and 39.
Men’s Reproductive Health
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Health Issues for Men
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Mental Health and Men
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