Lifestyle Desk – With increasing age, many changes start taking place in the body, which are not noticed in the beginning. Especially after the age of 30, habits like eating habits, physical activity, stress and sleep can affect metabolic and heart health. This is why some health checkups should not be ignored after this age. Diabetes, high blood pressure and increased cholesterol are such problems, which are often called 'silent' i.e. diseases without obvious symptoms. Let us know which diseases are at risk at this age.
Risk of diabetes may increase
The risk of type-2 diabetes among Indians is a matter of concern. Despite increased blood sugar, many people do not show any special symptoms for a long time. The person remains busy with his normal routine, but the blood sugar level inside the body may keep increasing gradually. After 30 years, it becomes important to check blood sugar from time to time, especially for those who have risk factors. Family history of diabetes, overweight, belly fat, low physical activity and unbalanced diet can increase the risk. As per the doctor's advice, tests like blood sugar or HbA1c can be done.
Keep an eye on high blood pressure and cholesterol
High blood pressure is often called a silent disease, because many people have no obvious symptoms in its early stages. Absence of headache or dizziness does not mean that blood pressure is normal. Its true condition can be known only through regular checkups.
Similarly, increased cholesterol also does not usually cause any specific symptoms. This can be detected through blood tests such as lipid profile. Long-term uncontrolled blood pressure and cholesterol can increase the risk of heart and blood vessel problems. Therefore, after 30, attention should be paid to checking them according to your individual health condition and risk.
Do not be completely worried even if your weight is normal.
Many people believe that if the weight is normal then the health will also be normal. But it is not necessary. Despite having a healthy body weight, low physical activity, poor diet, sitting for long periods of time and not getting enough sleep can affect metabolic health.
Apart from this, smoking and family history of diabetes or high blood pressure can also be risk factors. Therefore, instead of considering only weight as a measure of health, it is important to pay attention to blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, waist circumference and lifestyle also.
Make these habits a part of your daily routine after 30
Every person's health needs are different, but regular physical activity, a balanced diet, adequate sleep, avoiding smoking and trying to control stress can be beneficial for health. Also, it is better to consult a doctor about regular health checkups depending on age, family history and other risk factors.
