Fitness and Nutrition - Men's Nutrition
» There are a total of 3 articles under this categoryIdeal Nutrients to Keep Men Healthy
Published on: August 21, 2008Men's nutritional requirements change slightly between the ages of 19 and 50 years, unlike women who require constant nutritional changes throughout the different stages of their life. Energy requirements in men are reduced when growth stops and energy needs decrease after the age of 50 when activity levels slow down. However, as time passes, men are more prone to carry extra weight in the abdominal area (also referred to as central obesity). Healthy men's nutrition is threatened as excessive weight gain puts them at increased risk of developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Drinking alcohol is also another common factor that leads to general and abdominal weight gain. This can turn into a much more serious problem like high blood pressure and even heart attack. For some men it's impossible to not include saturated fats and alcohol into their diets. Read More »
Men and Cholesterol
Published on: November 22, 2007Many men suffer from high cholesterol. High cholesterol can cause all sorts of diseases including heart disease, stroke and even some forms of erectile dysfunction. Below, we've written down a few ways for you to get your cholesterol under control and start leading a healthier life. First you should eat more unsaturated fats. Replace the calories you're getting from highly refined carbohydrates with unsaturated fats. Read More »
Men's Nutrition – Watching What You Eat
Published on: September 11, 2008Men's nutrition is the study of the organic processes used when men eat and their ability to use the nutrients that are in food. Men need to take advantage of fitness and nutrition because they tend to have higher cholesterol levels than women of the same age. So what exactly should you eat? When you eat your meals, it's important to make sure you have a suitable balance of nutrients. You can do this at each meal or look over your whole day to determine your balance. Read More »
