This week is Men’s Health Week. It runs for seven days every June and aims to raise awareness of the health issues that affect men disproportionately. It focuses on getting men to become more aware of health problems they may have or could develop, and gain the courage to take action!

Unsurprisingly, this year’s theme relates to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and is to ‘TAKE ACTION ON COVID-19.’ Using the brilliant information readily available on men’s health, and what our team of experts at Tonic knows, we have put together our guide on supporting Men’s health this June and, for good.

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This week 8th – 14th of June is Diabetes Week. When we think about Diabetes and Heart Disease (or cardiovascular disease), it seems that the majority of us think of two separate conditions. However, did you know that if you have diabetes you are more likely to develop heart disease and you have a greater chance of a heart attack or a stroke? This is because people with diabetes are more likely to have certain risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol.

So, if you have diabetes (or know some one who has) understanding the connection between these diseases is a great first step towards prevention.

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When it comes to walking more or taking part in physical activity, it’s like marmite; you either love it or you hate it. For some, exercise is an essential part of the day. It is great for boosting energy levels and relieving stress. Whereas for others, its a time to fear and constantly put off – even the thought of walking for longer than a few minutes is filled with dread!

May is National Walking Month (thirty-one days dedicated to getting us to move more and sit less), and it is perhaps more important right now than ever. So whether you are a reluctant exerciser or some one who is desperate to get back to the gym – walking more is something you should be doing right now.

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This week, Monday 4th May to Sunday 10th May is Sun Awareness Week; seven days dedicated to raising awareness around Skin Cancer. The weather has been beautiful during the last few weeks. In fact we have had the hottest April in years. However, as we enter the seventh week of lockdown in the UK, it is important to make sure you are getting enough sunlight (ensuring you are spending enough time outdoors) whilst also being safe.

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Let’s all think about how often we spend walking everyday? We walk up stairs, we walk to our cars, we walk through doors and we walk to get or pick something up. Therefore for many of us, walking is a simple activity we do frequently everyday, without even thinking about it. Now think how you feel about walking as a form of exercise…

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With a brand new year comes new goals, mindsets and fresh starts. However, as we enter the second month of 2020, it is a great time to reconsider how are you getting on with your new year resolutions. For some of us, we may have already fallen at the first hurdle, however this doesn’t mean we should feel either defeated or deflated. No! Far from it! There’s still another 11 months to go. So, if you feel you need a little help, we have put together our 2020 guide on getting more active, toning up and feeling more energised!

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For many of us, it is the most wonderful time of the year. We break up from work, get to spend plenty of time with our loved ones, consume copious amounts of good food and alcohol and give and receive heart-felt gifts. However, for some of us, it can all just get a little too much…

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November, or more commonly referred to as Movember, is Men’s Health Awareness Month. During the 30 days, men commonly grow a moustache to help raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, especially prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

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The wonderful festive season is nearly upon us and whilst we all intend to relax, indulge and fully enjoy ourselves this winter; to avoid a festive frazzle we want to reiterate just how important it is to NOT hibernate. Instead, we need to ensure we continue to stay active and better still, be active outdoors whenever we can!

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Knowing your cholesterol numbers can help you stay in control of your health! A high level of cholesterol in the blood doesn’t have obvious symptoms, which is why getting your cholesterol levels checked is so important. Left untreated, high blood cholesterol can lead to plaque build-up in the arteries, putting you at risk of heart disease and stroke.

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