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At the age of 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 the age of 40 should pay more attention to their health and start some healthy habits — in order 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 rich in water (such as cucumbers, watermelons, peppers, and green vegetables), and watch for signs of dehydration.
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 fight this process effectively, we need protein, the main building material for our muscles. Eggs, nuts, chicken meat, dairy products should be on your table every day.
Take care of your breasts
One in eight women in the world is faced with breast cancer - and the earlier this disease is detected, the better. Be sure to visit a mammologist, perform a monthly self-examination and consult with a specialist about the age at which you should start regular mammographic 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 equally important to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar level and exercise. Women suffer from heart diseases no less often than men, but the correct diagnosis, unfortunately, is given to us later - due to the peculiarities of the symptoms of "female" heart attacks. Learn the early signs of a heart attack and take care of your heart.
Give up smoking
If you haven't done so yet, now is the time. Quitting cigarettes brings almost instant positive changes to your health — and not just to your lungs. Kidneys, bladder, vessels - these and many other important organs of our body suffer from smoking. Give yourself a present for your 40th birthday - quit smoking.
Check your eyesight
Right now, stop reading and make an appointment with an ophthalmologist. Even if you don't have any vision problems, you should have a full eye examination at least once a year. In addition to developing farsightedness or nearsightedness, the doctor can notice the first signs of more serious diseases, for example, diabetes or stroke. And don't forget to follow the 20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, look away from your computer and look at something about five meters away for 20 seconds.
