Louis Bezich
Louis Bezich is author of "Crack the Code: 10 Proven Secrets that Motivate Healthy Behavior and Inspire Fulfillment in Men Over 50." He serves as senior vice president and chief administrative officer at Cooper University Health Care, and is an adjunct professor in the Graduate Department of Public Policy and Administration at the Camden campus of Rutgers University. He also sits on various public, non-profit and corporate boards and has published numerous articles in the field of public administration and health. He is a contributing author to "Corporate Lawbreaking and Interactive Compliance," edited by Jay A. Sigler and Joseph E. Murphy.
September 9, 2022
Men's Health
With the U.S. life expectancy gap among genders growing, it's time for men to take action
The latest life expectancy estimates from the CDC show women are expected to live nearly 6 years longer than men in the United States. Another report shows U.S. men have some of the highest rates of avoidable deaths, chronic conditions and mental health needs among affluent countries. It's time for men to take action to improve these numbers.August 26, 2022
Men's Health
Spending time with grandchildren can help older adults find a sense of purpose
Close relationships between grandparents and their grandchildren produce a win-win result, research shows. Grandparents are kept young by staying active and mobile, with more meaning and less depression in their lives. And researchers have observed less emotional and behavioral problems in the grandchildren.August 12, 2022
Men's Health
The pathway to a healthy lifestyle is clear, but more men need to find the motivation to follow it
American men are sicker and die earlier than their peers in 11 other high-income countries, a report from the Commonwealth Fund found. Their rates of avoidable deaths, chronic conditions and mental health needs are among the highest. Plus, U.S. men with lower incomes have an increased likelihood of poor health outcomes.July 29, 2022
Men's Health
Post-traumatic growth proves people often adopt healthy lifestyles despite adversity
Post-traumatic growth is the lesser known of the post-traumatic conditions, exceeded by the more notable post-traumatic stress disorder. Unlike PTSD, PTG represents the positive change that can result from the adversity of a traumatic event. Many people have adopted healthier lifestyles – like diet and exercise – after watching loved ones die of heart attacks or cancer.July 15, 2022
Mental Health
Need motivation to exercise? Listening to music can be a difference maker
Music can help can create a positive reaction to exercising that enhances performance and diminishes fatigue, research shows. It can help people increase stamina and boost their mood while working out. Plus, it serves as a motivating factor to begin a fitness routine that improves overall health.July 1, 2022
Men's Health
Summer makes a great time to revisit your resolutions to live healthier
Many people have long ago ditched their New Year's resolutions, but the summer season is an opportunity to take actions to live healthy. The warm weather presents new opportunities to exercise and social events like cookouts, family vacations and holidays frequently put people in front of key sources for motivation – their friends and families.June 17, 2022
Men's Health
Fatherhood offers many health benefits and can serve as motivation to adopt new habits
Father's Day offers an opportunity to urge men to confront their health needs. Enjoying time with adult children and grandchildren can be a motivator to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Plus, fatherhood itself provides some health benefits. It has a positive impact on mortality, anxiety, depression, cognitive decline and heart attack survival, research shows.June 3, 2022
Men's Health
Snacking can become a healthy habit with a little planning
Snacking can serve an important role in meeting your dietary needs. There are plenty of good-tasting alternatives to store-bought snacks, which tend to be high in sodium, sugar, fat and preservatives. To enhance snacking choices, and achieve dietary goals, there are some helpful strategies – like focusing on portion control by packaging snacks into single-serving containers.May 20, 2022
Men's Health
Strong father-son bonds can create rituals that get passed down for generations
The long-term implications of a strong relationship between a father and his son can last generations. The lessons and experiences shared create a model for children to pass down to their kids. And the bonds give adults a reason to live healthy – so they can enjoy the rituals they created with their loved ones.May 5, 2022
Men's Health
Can an optimistic attitude help you live longer? It certainly can't hurt
Positive beliefs about aging can translate into a more active lifestyle and add 7.5 years to your life, Yale University researcher Becca Levy asserts in her new book, "Breaking the Age Code: How Your Beliefs About Aging Determine How Long and Well You Live."Just In
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