June is Men’s Health Month, to raise awareness about men’s health issues. Take the following proactive steps towards improving your overall well-being.  Heart disease is cause of 2 out of 4 deaths for men annually.

1. Regular Exercise: Engage in aerobic exercises like brisk walking, jogging, cycling, or swimming for at least 150 minutes per week.   
2. Healthy Diet: Follow a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats like olive oil and nuts. Limit the intake of saturated fats, trans fats, sugars and processed foods.
3. QUIT SMOKING.
4. Healthy Weight: Achieve and maintain a healthy body weight through a combination of regular physical activity and a nutritious diet. Excess weight increases the risk of heart disease.
5. Manage Stress: Chronic stress contributes to heart disease.  
6. Limit Alcohol Consumption: Excessive alcohol intake can lead to high blood pressure, heart failure, and other cardiovascular problems. Limit is no more than two drinks per day.
7. Control Blood Pressure: Monitor your blood pressure regularly to keep it within a healthy range through lifestyle changes, medication and stress management.
8. Manage Cholesterol Levels: High cholesterol will lead to increased risk of heart disease.  Regulate through diet and take medication, if prescribed.
9. Get Enough Sleep:  Establish a regular sleep routine to get 7-8 hours per night.
10. Regular Health Check-ups: Visit your healthcare provider regularly for check-ups, blood tests, and screenings to monitor your health and identify any potential issues early on.

Practice in June. Repeat Monthly!