Too often, the topic of men’s health goes overlooked. It’s a well-known fact that men are more likely to succumb to chronic illnesses, and various statistics indicate that American women outlive their male counterparts. As of 2021, the latest year for which data are available, life expectancy at birth for women in the United States is 79.1 years, while for men it’s 73.2.
These statistics may not come as a surprise, considering that women tend to be more intentional with their dietary choices and exercise habits. However, statistics don’t tell the whole story.
