Many men’s personalities determine that they often overlook their health issues and easily ignore many bad habits. Today, let’s discuss a few common health problems that men often encounter as a reminder.
1. Smoking after meals
There is a saying, “Smoking a cigarette after a meal is better than living like an immortal.” Scientific research shows that after a meal, gastrointestinal peristalsis increases, blood circulation speeds up, and the ability to absorb smoke is strongest. Smoking a cigarette at this time allows more harmful substances from the smoke to enter the blood than usual, causing more harm to the liver, brain, and cardiovascular system than smoking 10 cigarettes at other times.
2. Alcohol abuse
Men are busy with socializing, often have opportunities to smoke and drink, but for the sake of their careers, they neglect their health. 90% of men claim that they had little health awareness when they were young. It is said, “Drinking hurts the stomach in the morning and the spleen at night.” It is advisable to avoid drinking before going to bed and after waking up. Beer and red wine are nutritious and have moderate ethanol content, with varying degrees of diuretic effects, so they can be consumed in moderation. For a person weighing 65 kilograms, drinking 65-degree white wine within the range of 1.5 to 2 liangs per day is safe. Furthermore, if you drink milk or sweet drinks with alcohol, the absorption rate of alcohol will significantly decrease. Carbonated beverages accelerate alcohol absorption, so never mix carbonated drinks with various alcoholic beverages.
3. Singing at KTV after meals
In recent years, it has been popular to go to KTV after meals to continue drinking. Many KTV places also offer buffet services, allowing customers to sing and eat at the same time. However, did you know that singing on a full stomach can significantly impact men’s health? There is a proverb that goes, “Full meal, bad for singing.” This saying is accurate. After eating, a person’s stomach capacity increases, the stomach wall becomes thinner, blood flow increases, and singing at this time can cause the diaphragm to move down, leading to increased abdominal pressure. This can result in mild discomfort or, in severe cases, digestive issues. It is recommended to wait at least one hour after a meal to let the digestion process complete before showcasing your singing skills.
4. Overeating and loosening the belt
Many people feel uncomfortably full after eating and often loosen their belt buckle, thinking it will make their stomach more comfortable and reduce the “work pressure” on the stomach. However, this can actually strain your stomach. Overeating and loosening the belt can cause a decrease in intra-abdominal pressure, forcing the stomach to sag. Over time, this can lead to a condition called stomach ptosis.
5. Driving after meals
Many people know that you shouldn’t drive after drinking alcohol, but did you know it is also not advisable to drive right after a meal? This is because after a meal, the gastrointestinal tract requires a large amount of blood for digestion, leading to temporary ischemia of the brain and potentially causing delayed reaction times, operational errors, and accidents. Therefore, it is safer to wait at least an hour after a meal before driving.
6. Infrequent exercise or overexertion in one session
Due to various reasons, many people don’t exercise regularly. When they finally make time for it, they tend to overdo it, either ending up bedridden for days due to excessive fatigue or injuring their muscles and ligaments. When starting to exercise, the muscles and ligaments are stiff; therefore, excessive force can easily cause muscle or ligament strains. Exercise also has its rules: warm-ups are essential, the intensity of exercise should gradually increase, and attention should be paid to the selection of clothing and shoes. After exercising, muscles can be properly massaged. Don’t overexert yourself in one session; it is better to have consistent exercise routine with around three times a week.
7. Excessive nightlife
The pressures of work and life make many men lean towards nightlife as a form of relaxation, whether it’s partying, karaoke, or late-night snacks. Unfortunately, this rich nightlife often leads to overeating or excessive drinking. This can result in various health issues: the prostate is sensitive to alcohol; intense alcohol stimulation can quickly dilate and congest local blood vessels, leading to prostatitis. Moreover, excessive nighttime eating allows nutrients to linger in the liver, increasing the risk of fatty liver. Therefore, it is crucial to control the frequency of attending evening gatherings in daily life. If one has mild prostatitis, drinking white wine at social gatherings should not exceed one or two glasses, and spicy foods should be consumed in moderation.
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