MEN IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH No. 2 (6.12.23)

 

"Throughout June, Men's Health Month aims to encourage boys and men to take charge of their overall health by implementing healthy living decisions."

Here at Prestige Healthcare Resources Inc., we want to highlight some of the Men in our agency who exemplify and promote healthy living.

     Feature of the Week:

Mr. Wilson Eko

Q:  What is your name and how do you define “Healthy Living”?

A: My name is Wilson Eko and I define healthy living as having the opportunity and capacity to behave in a way that positively affects your physical and mental well-being. Paying attention to what you eat to reduce the chances of being seriously ill is also a form of healthy living. 

Q: What are some activities you do to maintain your health?

A: There are three basic things I encourage people to do on a daily basis to maintain good health. A. Exercise, B. Maintain a nutritious diet and C. Get a good night of sleep. 

Q: What are some of your favorite foods you eat to maintain your health?

A: My diet mostly consists of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products. I also eat a variety of protein-rich foods such as seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), soy products, nuts, and seeds. All of these are low in sugar, sodium, saturated fats, and cholesterol. 

Q: What are some things you do to maintain your physical/mental/emotional health?

A: To maintain good physical/emotional health, I connect with other people. Good relationships are important for your mental well-being. I am also physically active. Being active is not only great for your physical health and fitness but your mental health as well. I continuously push myself to learn new skills.

 Paying attention to the present moment, eating a healthy balanced diet with a lot of nutrient-rich foods, keeping immunizations up to date, and exercising as often as you can all maintains and increases positive physical, mental, and emotional health!