Men's Health

Men have a higher risk of some lifestyle-related diseases than women. Eating a wide variety of healthy foods each day can help to keep men healthy.

Eating a wide variety of healthy foods each day will help to keep both men and women healthy.


Special concerns for men

Although studies show that men are less likely to worry about their health than women, men have a higher risk of certain lifestyle-related diseases. They are also more likely to:

• have high cholesterol
• have high blood pressure
• be overweight than women

A healthy diet and regular physical activity can go a long way to reducing men's risk of health problems and disease.

Try to eat:

• lots of fruit, vegetables, wholegrain breads and cereals
• moderate amounts of low fat dairy food and lean meats
• small amounts of foods high in fat, sugar and salt

Try also to drink plenty of water each day and stay active (For further information see Healthy Eating and Dietary Guidelines).


An Accredited Practising Dietitian can provide expert nutrition and dietary advice on how men can stay healthy and reduce their risk of lifestyle-related disease.