40-50 years old is the period when men are most prone to diseases, a critical period of “life or death”!
Although it’s said that “men are like blooming flowers at 40,” physiologically, it’s not entirely true. Many men between 40-50 years old are prone to various diseases. Many celebrities have fallen victim during this age range, for example, Fu Biao passed away at the young age of 42 due to illness, and Zhao Benshan’s apprentice Li Zhengchun passed away at the age of 45 due to illness. These tragic facts all signify that 40-50 years old is the peak period for male illnesses, it’s the “life or death” turning point for men! Therefore, men between 40-50 years old must pay attention to protecting their health.
Here are 4 things to avoid and 3 things to do more to prevent health problems!
1. Less frequent marital relations
Yes, when men reach 40, it’s better not to engage in too frequent marital relations because excessive frequency may not be beneficial for health.
Research has shown that overly frequent marital relations can significantly increase the incidence of prostate cancer. So, for men aged 40-50, it’s advisable to limit marital relations to 1-2 times per week.
2. Avoid hunger
When men reach 40, they have many things to attend to. At this point, many may choose to endure hunger, only to have a hearty meal after finishing overtime.
However, studies have found that when blood sugar levels drop due to hunger, it can cause dizziness, fatigue, and even affect brain function. Moreover, individuals who don’t eat on time have 33% higher cholesterol levels than those who do. Frequently skipping meals can prevent the gallbladder from contracting, leading to gallstones in the long run.
Therefore, when men reach 40, they should not endure hunger but ensure regular meals, especially for lunch and dinner, without excessive delay. If unable to do so, it’s suggested to have fruits, biscuits, an adequate amount of water, etc., prepared in the office to promptly “refuel” the body.
3. Avoid exhaustion
As the saying goes, accumulated fatigue leads to illnesses. Many male health issues are a result of exhaustion, and prolonged fatigue can cause various health problems.
So, when men cross 40 and feel physically exhausted, it indicates a state of fatigue that necessitates proper rest and rejuvenation.
Generally, every 2 continuous working hours should be followed by a break. Listen to music, relax the mind and body, take a 15-minute nap. Adjust the pace of work and life, slow down, enjoy the present moment, which will actually enhance work efficiency.
4. Less late nights
When men reach 40, the burden of work, especially for those involved in mental activities, increases work stress. Prolonged late nights might lead to various suboptimal health conditions due to excessive nervous system tension. Additionally, inadequate sleep for prolonged periods can damage the brain, accelerating aging. So, for a healthy body at 40, avoid staying up late.
5. Focus more on medical check-ups
Indeed, many health issues may not manifest when the illness hasn’t surfaced yet. Neglecting health examinations until symptoms become evident delays treatment.
Therefore, for men at 40, it’s crucial to prioritize medical check-ups. Apart from basic parameters like blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar, heart, liver, thyroid examinations should be included during check-ups, particularly for individuals with hereditary conditions.
6. Engage more in strength training
After 40, men’s muscles gradually reduce, which is unfavorable for their health. Therefore, men after 40 should engage in strength training to “rebuild” muscle groups. It’s recommended to perform dumbbell, barbell, resistance band exercises around 3 times per week, with 8-10 sets per session.
7. Eat more pumpkin seeds and walnuts
Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes dietary supplements. After 40, men should focus on protecting the prostate. TCM believes that kidneys store essence, which is related to reproduction, as well as bladder and urination. Consuming kidney-nourishing foods is beneficial for prostate health. Pumpkin seeds and walnuts are not only excellent kidney-nourishing foods, but pumpkin seeds have diuretic properties, and walnuts have bowel-moistening effects. Therefore, men past 40 should consume more pumpkin seeds and walnuts to replenish insufficient kidney essence.
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References:
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Hong Zhaoguang. Middle-aged Men: Please Care for Your Health[J]. Elderly Health Care
Song Tao. Masterstrokes of Middle-aged Men’s Health Preservation[J]. Wishing You Health
Zhou Yang. Health-Fortifying Foods for Middle-aged Men[J]. Wishing You Health
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