6 important changes to make for your health after 40

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At 40, life is just beginning – so let it be healthy, energetic and happy!

After 40 years, the female body requires special care: preparation for menopause begins, the level of female hormones gradually decreases, which help regulate not only the ability to conceive and bear a child, but also the health of many internal organs. For this reason, women over 40 should pay more attention to their health and develop some healthy habits to live at least another 40 years cheerful, energetic and happy.

Drink as much water as possible

Metabolism gradually slows down, kidney function weakens – and we need even more water to maintain a healthy metabolic rate. Drink water, eat foods that are rich in it (such as cucumbers, watermelons, peppers and green vegetables), and also carefully study the signs of dehydration in the body.

Eat more protein

The process of gradual loss of muscle mass begins at the age of 30, and by the age of 40, many of us lose up to 10% of our muscles. To effectively combat this process, we need protein – the main building material for our muscles. Eggs, nuts, chicken, dairy products should be on your table every day.

Taking care of your breasts

One in eight women in the world will develop breast cancer – and the earlier the disease is detected, the better. Be sure to visit a mammologist, perform monthly self-examinations and consult with a specialist about the age at which you should start regular mammography examinations of your breasts. And, of course, learn the early signs of breast cancer – just in case.

Listen to your heart

Cholesterol screening, ECG and ultrasound of the heart, consultation with a cardiologist – this should become your annual routine. It is no less important to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar levels and exercise. Women suffer from heart disease no less often than men, but unfortunately, the correct diagnosis is given to us later – due to the peculiarities of the symptoms of “female” heart attacks. Learn the first signs of a heart attack and take care of your heart.

Quit smoking

If you haven't done it yet, now is the time. Giving up cigarettes will bring almost instant positive changes to your health – and not only to your lungs. Kidneys, bladder, blood vessels – these and many other important organs of our body suffer from smoking. Give yourself a 40th birthday present — quit smoking.

Check your vision

Take a break from reading right now and make an appointment with an ophthalmologist. Even if you don’t have any vision problems, you should have a complete eye examination at least once a year. In addition to developing farsightedness or nearsightedness, your doctor may notice the first signs of more serious diseases, such as diabetes or stroke. And don’t forget to follow the 20/20 rule: look away from your computer every 20 minutes and look at something about five meters away for 20 seconds.