At the age of 40, men face a significant challenge, with the heaviest burden and the highest pressure. The health of a 40-year-old man is like a snow-capped mountain in spring, majestic and imposing, but quietly melting away. The age of forty for a man can be described as being "ambushed on all sides", so it is important for men to "take care" of themselves at this age.
Caring for your muscles
Muscle exercise is an effective way to alleviate health problems. Muscle training includes endurance training, strength training, and speed training. Middle-aged individuals should focus more on the flexibility of their muscles, such as doing stretching exercises.
However, it is important to note that a single exercise cannot guarantee good health, and excessive exercise can lead to pathological hypertrophy of the heart muscle and myocardial ischemia. Therefore, different exercise methods should be adopted for different body parts. For example, activities such as jogging, hiking, swimming, and cycling can improve metabolic patterns, enhance cardiovascular function, and relieve stress. Additionally, strength training and aerobic exercise must be combined.
40s: More and Less
When a man reaches 40, he should start doing what a 40-year-old should do. He can no longer indulge in excessive eating and drinking or stay up late without restraint. Experts provide the following "more and less" suggestions:
Less worrying for an hour, more laughter for an hour. Less tension, more rest. Skip one social gathering, spend an extra evening reading or catching up on the news. Skip one drinking party, spend an extra evening having dinner with family. Spend one less hour under artificial light, spend one extra hour in natural sunlight. Work one hour less, spend one extra hour getting a medical examination. Eat one less serving of meat, eat one more serving of vegetables. Spend one less hour driving, spend one extra hour walking. Through these changes of "more and less", self-care can gradually be accomplished.
Eat more carrots and fresh dates
At the age of 40, men should understand what to eat, what to eat less of, and what not to eat. When attending business dinners, it is best to stay away from seafood. For those who work in offices and spend long hours working on computers, it is advisable to eat three carrots per week to ensure an adequate intake of vitamin A and prevent vision decline. For those with a quick temper, incorporating calcium-rich foods such as milk, yogurt, and bone broth can help maintain a calm state of mind. When under excessive stress or tension, eating 3-5 fresh dates per day can provide an additional source of vitamin C, among other benefits.
During times of fatigue, it is not advisable to indulge in a large meal of chicken, duck, fish, or meat. This is because during fatigue, acidic substances accumulate in the body, and meat is considered to be acidic, which can further intensify feelings of fatigue. On the other hand, fresh vegetables and other alkaline foods can help the body recover quickly. If possible, taking a hot bath can refresh the mind and relieve fatigue.
For those who smoke, it is recommended to consume more carrots, bell peppers, green onions, spinach, and orange-colored fruits, or to supplement their diet with vitamin A, vitamin C, and minerals. This can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, lung cancer, and respiratory system diseases.
