You know what’s funny? Almost all of these health threats to men are preventable. However, men are just either too stubborn or hard-headed to ever heed the call! As men get older, the abuse you’ve cast upon your body will definitely take its toll. However, the body indeed behaves in most unusual ways, sometimes, it won’t let underlying diseases to manifest until it’s too late—when all you can do is regret the things you have done to your body.
Bear in mind that prevention is still better than cure—and less expensive too! Also, undergoing treatments is no fun especially during a time when you should be out having fun with your friends and having the time of your life. If you feel you already lived most of you life and maybe it’s too late to change lifestyle now, then think again because when it comes to your health, it can never be too late to change! Here are some of the top health threats to men along with suggested ways to prevent them:
·    Heart disease. When it comes to men, heart disease must be scariest of them all. I personally believe that men have the weaker heart, maybe because most of the time, society denies them of expressing themselves emotionally in which their hearts take the direct effect. Aside from the stress factor, seniors should also take into consideration their activity levels. Train your heart by engaging in cardio activities such as running and jogging. Oh! And try to quit smoking while you’re at it!
·    Prostate cancer. There is no sure-fire way to prevent prostate cancer. However, your health care provider is most likely to suggest you adapt a healthy lifestyle to reduce your risk of getting one. Boosting your body’s immune system can also help you prevent cancer in general. Healthy lifestyle means healthy foods which include fruits and vegetables, cutting back on fatty ones, drinking in moderation, exercise and regular screening.
·    Stroke. Men are prone to stroke. There are many factors why stroke can happen. It can be the genetic, age, race and of course, your lifestyle. Two of the earliest signs of stroke are high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. If you already have one of these two, it is important that you take your maintenance medications.
·    Lung disease. Of course, you already know the answer to this one, you just need to stop smoking!
·    Diabetes. Once you get diabetes, you’re in it for life! Type 2 diabetes indeed causes health complications such as blindness, nerve damage and kidney failure. To prevent diabetes from happening, you must cut back on your sugar intake and yes, a little dieting can help you a lot!