06/20/2026
June is Men's Health Awareness Month!
When it comes to health, men face a steep uphill battle. On average, men's life epectancy is four year less than women's in Canada. Taking action early isn't just about avoiding diseases, it's also about maintaining energy, strength and quality of life as you age.
Proactive Healthcare for Men is important at each stage of life:
Teens and 20s - Establish the foundations for lifelong health. Heart health, sleep, physical activity, healthy diet and social support. 🙍
30s and 40s - Screening and check-ups for blood pressure, cholesterol, mental health, colorectal issues, diabetes, testicular and skin cancer and depression. đź§”
50s and Beyond - Maintaining vitality by sustaining muscle mass, cardiovascular fitness and hormone balance.đź§“
Here's some supplements for men's well-being:
1) Ashwagandha: has corticol-mediating properties and testosterone-promoting effects in men, both of which assist with stres management and adrenal support.
2) Saw Palmetto: may provide protate suport, assisting with nighttime urination ad discomfort.
3) Magnesium: is associated with reduced risk of coronary heart disease, according to a 2018 study conducted in Japanese men.
4) Collagen: was shown to improve body composition in healthy active men when paired with resistance training in a 2019 study.
5) Polyphenols: have been associated with a 27% reduced risk of cardiocascular death as seen in supplementation.
6) Protein: improves bone mineral desity while reducing sarcopenia (muscle loss) in conjunction with resistance training. Bone loss isn't just see in women.
7) Creatine: enhances skeletal muscle mass, muscle strength and muscular endurance.