As You Age: A Men’s Health Checklist
January 3, 2024
Because our health needs change as we age, maintaining good health is a lifelong task. With the start of the new year, it’s a great time to start taking your health more seriously.ÌýÌý
Keep up with your ever-changing health needs by keeping this men’s health checklist handy for your reference.ÌýÌý
Your 20s and 30sÌý
We tend to feel invincible when we’re younger, but health issues can develop at any age. Not only should we be careful with the physical strains we put our bodies through when we’re younger, but we should be mindful of our habit-forming behaviors, too. Developing poor habits when we are young can lead to avoidable health issues later on in life.Ìý
Establish Healthy HabitsÌý
- Exercise regularly: Aim for at least 150 minutes weekly of moderate-intensity aerobic activity and strength training.Ìý
- Eat a balanced diet: Focus on whole foods, lean proteins, fruits and vegetables. Limit your intake of processed and sugary foods.Ìý
- Stay hydrated: Drink to support your bodily functions and skin health.Ìý
- Get regular screenings and exams:ÌýÌý
Once a year, you should:Ìý
- Get a flu shotÌý
- Get a cholesterol screening (starting at age 35)Ìý
- Get your height, weight and BMI checkedÌý
- Get a skin cancer examÌý
- Get your teeth cleaned and examinedÌý
Once every two years, you should:Ìý
- Get your blood pressure checkedÌý
- Get your vision checked (more frequently if you have diabetes)ÌýÌý