Women's Health Month and You!May is Women’s Health Month, and there is no better time than now to improve your overall health and take control. Women are so important to our society and have made lasting impacts in history. Bringing awareness to women’s health is essential to maintaining the important roles women play in our world and for women to continue their necessary contributions.

Overall Health for Women’s Health Month

As per usual, it is important that women get their yearly check-ups as recommended by their primary health provider. Depending on a woman’s age, this area can be more or less vital. However, all women need to realize that having your body checked regularly by a medical professional is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and being able to be the strong woman you were made to be, one that our world needs.

Nutrition

Women have specific food based needs, and these may differ depending on age. A woman’s everyday diet should include foods that are good for the mind and the body. Maintaining a healthy weight is a key factor to reducing many medical conditions that may occur in the future. However, weight loss should not be the only driving factor to wanting to eat healthy. A woman’s diet should include nutritious foods that are rich in iron, folate, calcium, and daily vitamins. Of course, regular exercise helps with maintaining a healthy lifestyle as well, especially when paired with healthy eating habits.

Mental Health

Women play a huge role in the society of the world today, meaning it is more important now than ever to focus on mental health. There is so much expected of a woman in their day-to-day lives. Having mental health check-ins with yourself regularly helps maintain a healthy mind, making for a happier and more successful life.

Be present in your life this Women’s Health Month and show up for the people in this world who count on you. While doing so, be sure you check in with yourself along the way and take control of your health. Visit us at Women’s Health of Central Virginia to make sure you stay as healthy as possible. We can’t wait to see you!