Health Tips for Men Over 40
By: Reckless AlterTotal Views: 729, Word Count: 490,
It is very important to take good care of yourself once you are above 40. Here are some important health tips for men over 40, which prove to be an easy way to maintain health and vitality.
1. Stop eating white foods i.e. white flour, white sugar and other processed foods in your diet. White food increases blood sugar levels, which contributes to weight gain, diabetes and other health problems. Focus on eating fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes etc.
2. Avoid dangerous ‘Trans Fats’. Deep-fried foods and food made up of hydrogenated oils containing Trans fats that increase risk of heart disease.
3. Take multivitamin and mineral supplement daily. Even if you are eating healthy food, sometimes it is not sufficient to provide you all the nutrients you need, so take a high quality daily supplement.
4. Take weight training in your exercise. Exercise can improve muscle strength and energy. So join a gym, and consult a personal trainer.
5. Try to maintain your best weight. You’ll feel better and decrease your risk of heart disease and diabetes.
6. Take controlled level of alcohol. Studies say that drinking controlled amounts of alcohol can protect you from heart disease. Keep in mind that moderation is the key to be healthy after 40.
7. At the age of 40 or after that, the prostate gland starts a growth spurt that results in symptoms of frequent nighttime urination. Dose of 160 to 320 mg of saw palmetto and 40 to 80 mg of pygeum daily can help to protect this unwanted growth of prostate gland.
8. Use green tea which is rich in polyphenols and inhibit the development of cancer-causing compounds. It also helps to block the increase of prostate cancer cells.
Along with these important tips, you have to take care of the following things.
Maintaining Strong Sexual Functioning
In many cases, men over 40 have a tendency of frequency erectile dysfunction. This is due to the lack of blood flow to that specific area. So to improve the blood circulation level, always try to follow a healthy diet, regular exercise, and supplements recommended by doctors.
Try to stop smoking or consult your doctor about the exact treatment methods that can help you to stop smoking.
There are some specific types of herbs available in the market in order to enhance the sexual functioning. These are ginseng, horny goat weed, maca, oats, ginkgo biloba, seroctin, and panax.
Maintaining Strong Relationships
Maintaining strong relationships can help to reduce your day to day life stress levels and also enhance your health as well as wellbeing.
Daily take a Multivitamin and Mineral Supplement
Taking a multivitamin and mineral supplement everyday is very essential for your overall health and energy. These products definitely help you to maintain proper balance of your body.
Life after 40 can be enjoyable provided you are in control of yourself and do the exercises as suggested by you instructor.
About the Author
Dr. Reckless Alter is graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine as a physician in 1969 and went on to earn his medical degree in 1973. For over 25 years he has been a pioneer in the field of surgery, with a special focus on wellness medicine and hormones for men. Dr. Reckless is currently a board-certified Family Practitioner and a precautionary Medicine specialist. He has helped heal many problems of men through his treatment.
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