June 21, 2019
June is Men’s Health Month, so what better way to celebrate than with a list of foods that will keep you (or the man in your life) healthy.
The goal of Men’s Health Month is to create awareness of health conditions that can be prevented if caught and treated early. These are health issues that affect both men and boys. And in observance of Men’s Health Month, Reader’s Digest published this article “13 Best Superfoods for Men” on superfoods that are particularly beneficial for men. Along with a handful of other dietitians, I offered up one of the foods I most recommend to my male clients. (Thanks to fellow RDN Amy Gorin for including me in her article!)
According to the Men’s Health Network, men die an average of five years earlier than women. And, they are more affected by 9 out of the top 10 causes of death (including heart disease, cancer, stroke and diabetes). Interestingly, more baby boys are typically born than baby girls, but by age 35 the number flips and there are more women than men. And while men are at a greater risk for dying, they are less likely to see a doctor for their annual physicals.
While there are some risk factors we can’t change (e.g., age, heredity, ethnicity), what we eat can have a significant impact on our risk for certain diseases. So, what is one of my favorite foods for optimal men’s health? And, what are some other beneficial foods for men?
Check out my recipes for Pasta with Roasted Salmon, Tomatoes and Olives or Overnight Oats for easy and tasty ways to eat more of these foods.
This post first appeared on Smart Mouth Nutrition, LLC on June 21, 2019.