But getting your own Homer Simpson to give up the beer, the remote and the nachos in favor of a preventive lifestyle is about as easy as tearing raw meat from a lion.
Experts say many men avoid confronting health issues, interpreting it as a sign of weakness.
Getting the man in your life to make heart-friendly lifestyle changes is not impossible, but it does take some finesse. A man will perceive that as belittling and just dig his heels in further. If he does make the inevitable lapse in healthy behavior, don't make him feel worse by getting on his case. Bite your tongue and help him to get back on track. Make a doctor's appointment for two.