HPSJ Celebrates Men’s Health with a Reminder to ALL GUYS

HPSJ Celebrates Men’s Health with a Reminder to ALL GUYS – Get critical exams & screenings

Post date: July 9, 2019/ Health Articles

“Gentlemen, rev up your engines! When it comes to fine-tuning your health, put yourself in the driver’s seat. Eat right, stay active, and get routine health exams, screenings, and shots to make sure you stay running as smooth as your wheels.” – HPSJ Health Education Manager Matthew Boga, MPH

Step on it, with these FOUR to “keep your engine running smoothly” –

Choose the right fuel

Your body needs the right fuel to stay in great shape. Here are some easy-to-follow, heart-healthy tips.

Limit the amount of added sugar you eat to 36g per day.¹
- That is a 12-ounce can of soda which has 32 grams of added sugar.
Reduce your saturated fat intake to 13g per day so you can have a healthy heart for years to come.²
- Saturated fats can raise harmful cholesterol (LDL) and are often found in animal products like butter, margarine, dairy, and meat.

Get your tune up

Tune ups are essential to your car, and health exams are essential for you. Here are a few things you can do to prevent health issues.

Schedule preventive checkups.
Know your family health history.
Talk to your doctor about cancer screenings for the skin, lungs, colon, and prostate. These are the most common kinds of cancer among men.³

Take good care of your body, and it’ll run like a well-oiled machine for years to come

Avoid use of any tobacco products.
Maintain a healthy weight.
Eat a balanced diet.
Workout regularly – aim for 30 minutes, five days a week.
Cutting your salt intake by 1,000 mg a day can help blood pressure and heart health.⁴

CONTROL YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE, CONTROL YOUR HEALTH
Don’t drag your feet.
Take control of your health.
Schedule an appointment with your doctor.
TODAY!