As you celebrate Father’s Day this June, consider how you can give back to your Dad this year. As you make a list and shop for the perfect gift for Dad, don’t forget to make sure the men in your life have access to the gift of health and wellness this season. During Men’s Health Month, healthcare providers bring awareness of the many ways to improve and lengthen the lives of men by focusing on their:
Physical Health
Heart Health
Healthy Eating Habits
As we celebrate Father’s Day, let’s invest our time, energy, and financial resources into the health of the men we love the most.
Fit Fathers
Physical health is integral to your whole body. While it might seem difficult, it's never too late to improve your routine with plenty of physical exercise. The American College of Sports Medicine has claimed that moderate-intensity aerobic activity for 30 minutes a day or five times per week for 150 minutes every week promotes top-tier physical health. Alongside muscle-strengthening activities two times a week, men can live long, healthy lives.
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 can leave your muscles sore and strained after a new workout routine is implemented into your schedule. During your next visit, make sure Dad talks to your Patton Pharmacy V & S Variety Pharmacist to get individualized OTC and supplement recommendations. Your Patton Pharmacy V & S Variety Pharmacist can help Dad:
Recover faster from his workouts
Deal with muscle cramps
Get adequate rest in-between visits to the gym
Maximize his exercise potential
For the best results, have Dad book a Fitness OTC & Supplement Consultation at Compound Pharmacy.
Men Have Hearts Too
Keeping Dad's heart healthy will help prevent Cardiovascular/Heart disease. This condition can affect the oxygen and blood flow throughout the body. Heart disease can develop when this system fails 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 Patton Pharmacy V & S Variety Pharmacist. If Dad takes medications for blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, or high cholesterol, this is an essential accommodation. Heart Health consultations are highly recommended, even if you don’t take any prescribed medications. There are several OTC items at your pharmacy to benefit Dad’s heart health:
Aspirin – Low dose aspirin can help prevent a heart attack or stroke
CoQ10- helps lower blood pressure
Red Yeast Rice – promotes lower cholesterol levels
It’s always best for Dad to consult with his healthcare provider about which supplements are recommended. While visiting Patton Pharmacy V & S Variety Pharmacy, Dad can book a Heart Health Conversation to explore every option to promote his heart health and safe medication alternatives.
Healthy Meal Choices for Dad
Dad’s diet is one of the most important aspects of his health. Food fuels the body throughout the day, but can also cause serious health problems without moderation. Dad can still enjoy his favorite junk foods, but needs to be aware of the detrimental effects of an unbalanced diet. When Dad eats right, he enjoys:
Optimized heart health
Improved cholesterol control
Increased exercise endurance
Better sleep
Regardless of Dad’s eating habits, a Compound Pharmacy Pharmacist can help guide Dad on his fitness journey. 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
This Father’s Day, thank your Dad for all that he does with the priceless gift of health and wellness!
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