Living conditions are getting better, but life stress is also increasing. Stress is also a driving force in life, especially for some men, the phenomenon of “sub-health” is becoming more common.
Before the age of 18, most men were still enjoying the “welfare” of their parents, living a carefree life; following the school’s schedule, life was very regular, with almost no bad habits, most of them especially enjoyed exercise, so their bodies were very healthy. After graduation (excluding some men during university), they started smoking, drinking, staying up late, etc., leading to a decline in physical fitness.
“Sub-healthy” men generally have 4 bad habits
1. Irregular schedule
Many young people nowadays have serious sleep deprivation issues, especially men. Apart from a small percentage due to work reasons, most do it for entertainment or socializing. Such as going to bars, playing games, watching videos or novels, etc.
The human body needs 8 hours of sleep within 24 hours to ensure repair. Staying up late often accelerates the decline of liver, kidneys, and cardiopulmonary function, which is an important factor in accelerating aging and degeneration, making people feel tired easily, a major cause of “sub-health” in men.
2. Lack of exercise
It can be observed that most “sub-healthy” men do not like exercise, or do not have time for it due to various reasons. Prolonged inactivity, lying around, leads to a gradual deterioration of the body.
Most men are usually active but undergo huge changes after graduation. On the one hand, due to work reasons, they have no time to exercise. Also, the lack of ideal sports facilities and a good sporting atmosphere leads many men to work hard during the day and lie down playing on their phones after work.
Men tend to gain weight at a much younger age, with many men around 30 already experiencing weight gain even before marriage, causing body deformities. Therefore, it is recommended that men allocate at least 45 minutes for exercise every day, especially avoiding laziness such as prolonged sitting or lying down.
3. Excessive indulgence
This not only refers to material desires – wanting too much with little to have, but also includes physical desires.
What has a greater impact on the body is excessive self-indulgence, especially for some older single men, who are prone to making mistakes.
Traditional medicine believes that excessive indulgence damages kidney essence, leading to kidney deficiency even in young men, which is also a form of “sub-health”.
Lastly, poor eating habits
There is a strong relationship between men’s “sub-health” and poor eating habits, mainly due to the following aspects:
1. Smoking and drinking habits; most men develop the habit of smoking and drinking after reaching adulthood, with parents also in agreement due to social acceptance, without considering the health effects. In some rural areas, smoking is even seen as a symbol of social status, where not smoking is a sign of poverty, completely disregarding the impact on health.
2. Love for meat; meat is rich in nutrients, categorized as high-energy food, beneficial for health when consumed reasonably, but excessive consumption can burden the body’s metabolism.
Drinking and eating meat go hand in hand; men prefer to drink heavily and eat meat generously;
Many men around the age of 30 develop serious weight gain issues, closely related to heavy drinking and meat consumption.
3. Irregular eating habits; especially among young men, skipping breakfast, late-night snacks, and chaotic eating habits are common. They also enjoy a drink or barbecue before bed, disrupting the body’s metabolic functions significantly.
4. Excessive eating; many men have poor eating habits, often resorting to instant noodles to satisfy hunger, eating excessive amounts of unhealthy foods, leading to imbalanced nutrition, a significant factor affecting health.
5. Not drinking enough water, only drinking when thirsty.
Recommendation: Men should aim for three balanced meals a day, eat on time and in moderation. Avoid picky eating, overeating, and binge eating.
It is advised to consume 300-500 grams of fresh vegetables and about 300 grams of fresh fruits daily; include 2-5 portions of high-protein foods (such as eggs, milk, legumes and their products, and various meats) daily. Drink 1500 ml of water daily, without waiting until you are thirsty. Try to avoid drinking alcohol and smoking.
In conclusion, men need a certain amount of pressure to act as a driving force, while their physiological needs also need to be reasonably satisfied, especially for older young men. However, it is essential to plan one’s life well, adjust one’s lifestyle, maintain good health, so that one can go further on their journey.