When reaching middle age, many things become beyond one’s capabilities, influenced by both psychological and physiological factors. For men, the transition from thirty to forty is a hurdle that most can overcome.
However, men aged between forty-five and fifty-five face another hurdle, often referred to as the “life and death barrier.” This indicates that men in this age group are most susceptible to health issues; if they do not pay attention to their well-being, it may lead to negative impacts on both their physical and mental health.
So, how can men in this age group help themselves overcome this “hurdle”? Please remember these five things and resist the urge to do them, as it is equivalent to accumulating blessings for your health.
1. Staying Up Late
Men at forty-five often face dual pressures, with elderly parents and younger children to care for. As a result, staying up late for work has become routine, which seemingly reflects hard work but is actually exhausting their health. Staying up late has a significant negative impact on health.
On one hand, it can lead to hormonal and metabolic imbalances; on the other hand, it can disrupt the functioning of organs. Those who stay up late are several times more likely to suffer from cardiovascular diseases and severe illnesses than those who do not.
2. Drinking Alcohol
It is well known that alcohol harms the liver. However, many people still cannot stop excessive drinking. Long-term alcohol consumption increases the metabolic burden on the liver, leading to alcoholic liver disease.
For men over forty-five, liver metabolism has already declined; continued heavy drinking only adds further strain, ultimately accelerating liver aging and disease.
3. Smoking
Smoking is very harmful to health, particularly for men, many of whom have the habit of smoking. However, smoking brings significant problems. For middle-aged men, smoking increases the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases and raises the risks of hypertension and heart disease. Additionally, long-term smoking can induce lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
4. Prolonged Sitting
Lack of exercise leads to weight gain; this is a well-recognized phenomenon. However, the negative effects of inactivity extend beyond just weight gain; prolonged sitting can indirectly spur “three highs” (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol), bringing numerous negative consequences for health, such as cardiovascular diseases and hemorrhoids. These issues may seem minor, but they can accumulate to become serious problems, and by the time they do, it may be too late.
5. Irritability
Emotions play a crucial role in a person’s health; if one cannot manage their emotions, health will eventually suffer.
For men around the age of forty-five, stress is inevitable; during this time, they should adopt a calm mindset rather than frequently losing their temper, as irritability can trigger chronic cardiovascular diseases and metabolic disorders.
In summary, good emotions not only bring good luck but also lead to better health.
