By Isabelle Nunn, Head Nutritionist

Kinetic is celebrating Men’s Health Week!  This annual event highlights the importance of men’s health with awareness on education and prevention.

A busy schedule often means losing sight of personal health and wellness goals, especially when under pressure at work or family responsibilities.  Men’s Health week is a great opportunity to revisit your health and fitness objectives, create healthy routines and establishing balance in your lives.  

Men have a greater tendency than women of keeping their feelings to themselves. This is especially true when struggling with mental or physical stress. The Men’s Health Forum encourages all men to take notice of what's going on in their body and mind, and to go to a GP for an ‘M.O.T’ if concerned about any signs or symptoms.

Why Do Nutrients Matter?

Summer offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy fresh seasonal foods including brightly coloured fruits and vegetables abundant in phytonutrients and antioxidants. However, according to the Health Survey for England (2018),
‘75% of men are not consuming the official recommended 5 or more portions of fruit and vegetables a day.‘

These figures suggest that most men are not getting their optimum intake of the vital nutrients that a varied, plant-rich diet supplies. As you may be aware, our nutrient depleted soils as well as nutrient deficiencies caused by digestive issues, medication or stress can be huge culprits to optimal wellness. To bridge this nutrition gap, supplement with a high quality, multivitamin formula specifically targeted to meet men’s health needs:

myKind Organics Men's Once Daily Multivitamin  supplies an array of nutrients from real, nutritious organic whole foods, including amla fruit, blueberries, celery, moringa leaf amongst others. B vitamins including B12, in its highly absorbable, active form methyl cobalamin supports a reduction in tiredness and fatigue. Nutrients such as zinc, selenium and vitamin D support the immune system and fertility. Zinc also supports normal reproduction, fertility, cognition and helps to maintain the normal levels of testosterone amongst many other things. The unique formula is certified Vegan, non-GMO project verified and devoid of any artificial additives and unnecessary binders and fillers commonly present in other supplements. Kinetic offers Garden of Life Men’s Multivitamins for the different stages in a man’s life.  

Is There A Link Between Exercise & Resilience?

Men tend to find that exercising regularly helps them better cope with psychological stressors. Physical exercise is known to induce positive effects on many systems of the body including the brain. Traditionally, herbalists have used adaptogens to support energy levels and resilience.  Siberian Ginseng Root (Eleutherococcus senticosus) is a popular herb that has a long history of use in Asia. Classified by herbalists as an adaptogen, it has been traditionally used to support many aspects of health including energy levels, resilience and male fertility. Recent research suggests that it may support endurance capacity in male athletes*. Studies also show positive effects on immune status of those taking this botanical **.

Nature’s Answer Eleuthero is a pure, concentrated herbal extract of Eleutherococcus senticosus in an alcohol-free liquid format that allows for fast and efficient delivery.

Why You Should Not Forget Cellular Protection:

Stress, smoking, alcohol, a high sugar diet, pesticides and air pollution are all factors that can contribute to ‘free radical’ production in the body. You can increase the antioxidant capacity of your body to protect your cells from oxidative stress by eating foods such as:

  • Turmeric
  • Blueberries
  • Tomatoes
  • Green tea
  • Red bell peppers
  • Kale

An easy way to support and diversify your daily nutritional intake is with Organic Traditions Organic Berry Burst Smoothie Mix containing turmeric, blueberries, omega rich seeds and a blend of gut loving bacteria which each serving providing 1 billion CFU. The added bacterial strains are resistant to heat and stomach acid to protect them until they reach the gut and intestines.

Make the Most from the Omega 3 Immune-Gut Connection:

Omega 3 essential fatty acids, found in oily fish and plant-based oils such as hempseed oil, have been praised for their natural health supporting benefits. Nutritionists consider chronic (low-grade) inflammation as one of the key drivers behind many lifestyle-related health conditions. Research suggests that one mechanism by which omega 3 may help reduce low-grade inflammation is through its effect on increasing gut microbiome diversity*. Supplementing with omega 3 oils alongside probiotics may present a promising strategy designed to support issues of inflammatory origin and boost immune regulation*.

Nutiva Organic Hemp Seed Oil is a certified organic plant-based source of essential fatty acids, cold-pressed and unrefined - ideal for adding to smoothies and drizzling on salads, perfect for the warm summer months.

Garden of Life Once Daily Men's Microbiome is a unique formula exclusively for Men, with a high count of prebiotics and probiotics, made from diverse strains, designed to support men's digestive and immune systems.

Any claims in this article are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any diseases. A food supplement is not a substitute for a healthy balanced diet and lifestyle

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