02/11/2025
November is Movember!
"Health for men with PKU isn’t just about managing diet or medication — it’s deeply connected to mental health. Constant self-control, social limitations, and the pressure to “feel normal” can lead to frustration, anxiety, or low mood. That’s why psychological support, community connection, and open dialogue are just as vital as medical care".
"Zdravlje muškaraca s PKU ne odnosi se samo na kontrolisanje ishrane ili lekovima - duboko je povezano s mentalnim zdravljem. Stalna samokontrola, društvena ograničenja i pritisak da se "osećamo normalno" mogu dovesti do frustracije, anksioznosti ili lošeg raspoloženja. Zato su psihološka podrška, povezanost s zajednicom i otvoreni dijalog jednako važni kao i medicinska nega."
November is Movember! Movember is a reminder that men’s health deserves attention, understanding, and action.
Men often prioritize work, family, and responsibility — but true strength also means taking care of yourself: your heart, your mind, and your body.
Good health isn’t just about feeling fine today; it’s about preventing problems before they start.
Here’s what every man should keep an eye on:
🩺 Blood pressure and cholesterol – monitor regularly to protect heart health.
🧬 Blood sugar – early detection of diabetes can prevent long-term complications.
🦠 Cancer screenings – prostate and colon cancer checks from around age 45 (earlier with family history).
⚖️ Weight and waist circumference – maintaining a healthy body composition supports hormonal and cardiovascular balance.
🧠 Mental well-being – talk openly about stress, anxiety, or depression; seeking help is a sign of strength.
💤 Sleep quality – consistent, restful sleep supports metabolism, focus, and recovery.
🥗 Nutrition and exercise – balanced meals, movement, and hydration are everyday medicine.
For some men, maintaining health means managing even more — like those living with Phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare inherited metabolic disorder. Men with PKU must carefully control their intake of phenylalanine (an amino acid found in protein) to protect brain function, mood, and concentration. They rely on specialized diets, medical nutrition formulas, and in some cases pharmacological treatment to help regulate Phe levels.
But health for men with PKU isn’t just about managing diet or medication — it’s deeply connected to mental health. Constant self-control, social limitations, and the pressure to “feel normal” can lead to frustration, anxiety, or low mood. That’s why psychological support, community connection, and open dialogue are just as vital as medical care.
This Movember, let’s broaden what we mean by men’s health. 👨🧔♂️👨🦳
It’s not just about one disease or one campaign — it’s about supporting every man, from those facing heart risks or burnout to those navigating rare metabolic conditions like PKU.
✅️ Healthy men build healthy families and stronger communities.
🔄 Share this post to raise awareness — because when we talk about men’s health, we save lives, open minds, and build understanding for all.