As June approaches, it’s that time of the year when the days get longer, the temperatures get warmer, and we celebrate the important men in our lives. Many families like yours will scour the internet attempting to find the right gift for your father this year. However, as you make a list, don’t forget to make sure the men in your life have the most important present: the gift of health and wellness. June is Men’s Health Month and brings awareness on ways to improve and lengthen the lives of men by focusing on their:
Physical Health
Heart Health
Healthy Eating Habits
As we celebrate Dad, let’s make sure we do our best to make sure he’s around to be honored for years to come!
Fit Fathers
Physical health is of utmost importance. Having a good fitness routine affects the health and wellness of the whole body, ensuring the health of your heart and body. It's never too late to improve your routine, inserting regular exercise into your daily schedule. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, moderate-intensity aerobic activity is recommended for 30 minutes a day or five times per week for 150 minutes every week. Alongside regular fitness, muscle-strengthening activities two times a week that will work for all muscle groups are also recommended.
Aerobic Activities to Stay Fit
Brisk walk
Running
Jogging
Swimming
Exercise bike
Elliptical use
Biking outdoors
Muscle Strengthening Activities for Your Father
Push-ups
Sit-ups
Planks
Chest Press
Shoulder Press
Bicep Curls
Exercise often leads to muscle soreness and strains as new workout routines are implemented. Be sure to have dad talk to your Delaune’s Pharmacy Pharmacist to get an individualized OTC and supplement recommendation today. Your Delaune’s Pharmacy Pharmacist can recommend the following to help Dad:
Recover faster from his workouts
Deal with muscle cramps
Get adequate rest in-between visits to the gym
Maximize his exercise potential
To help Dad with his fitness goals, have him book a Fitness OTC & Supplement Consultation at Delaune’s Pharmacy.
Men Have Hearts Too
Keeping Dad's heart healthy will help prevent Cardiovascular/Heart disease. This condition negatively impacts your body’s natural blood flow. Proper blood flow carries oxygen to the body and carries away waste. Heart disease often develops when this system falls into disarray because of issues with blood vessels, blood clots, or even the heart itself. This can all be prevented through a Heart Health conversation with your Delaune’s Pharmacy Pharmacist. If Dad takes any blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, or high cholesterol medications, this is an essential consultation for his future health. Heart Health consultations are always a good idea ,regardless of your prescription medications. There are several OTC items at your pharmacy that can help Dad’s heart health which include:
Aspirin – Low dose aspirin can help prevent a heart attack or stroke
CoQ10- helps lower blood pressure
Red Yeast Rice – promotes lower cholesterol levels
Dad should always consult with his healthcare provider about which supplements are recommended for his individual needs. While picking these up at Delaune's Pharmacy, Dad can book a Heart Health Conversation to discuss his heart meds with his pharmacist and discover other ways to promote heart health.
Healthy Meal Choices for Dad
The best thing Dad can do to optimize his health is to be mindful of his eating habits. Food is fuel for the body, but they can also be detrimental to your health. There’s nothing wrong with a juicy steak every once in a while, but proper eating habits are great preventative care for Dad. Healthy eating habits lead to:
Optimized heart health
Improved cholesterol control
Increased exercise endurance
Better sleep
No matter what Dad likes to eat, your Delaune’s Pharmacy Pharmacist can help make sure Dad is eating foods to improve his health. A Healthy Plate Consultation will help Dad:
Make better food choices
Plan healthy meals for the family
Learn what foods are best to prevent heart disease
Be aware of what foods can affect cholesterol levels
When you pick out Dad’s gift this year, don’t forget to keep his health in mind!
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