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When you turn 60, you will have fundamental mental and physical changes? What do you need to know at the age of 60 to have good health and a clear mind? This article will answer your questions.
1. Change in spirit, mind
1.1 Happier Surveys show that people in their 60s are generally happier. Over 30% of people in their 60s say they are very happy - a higher percentage than those under 35. However, this "golden" decade can also bring you many problems such as: Concerns about health, money and the death of loved ones.
1.2 Having some mental problems Many people in their 60s begin to notice that their minds are no longer as sharp as they used to be. You may take longer to remember names or events in your life, and have trouble solving problems. On the other hand, your vocabulary, knowledge and long-term memory are still quite stable.
2. Change of senses
2.1 Hearing Loss Age 60 need to know: Survey shows that about 40% of Americans in their 60s have hearing problems. This is one of the most common symptoms of aging. As you age, the hair cells in your inner ear die. In addition, conditions such as infections, heart disease, stroke, head trauma, or certain medications can impair your hearing. So what should you do at the age of 60? You can overcome this problem by using a hearing aid.
2.2 Vision problems Over the age of 60, you are at increased risk for eye diseases such as dry eyes, cataracts or glaucoma - which interfere with vision. One of the biggest threats is age-related macular degeneration, which destroys the central part of your vision when you need to read or drive.
So what to do at the age of 60? You should have your eyes checked every year, even if you don't notice any unusual symptoms. Most eye diseases are painless and treatable if caught early.
2.3 Dental problems About 30% of people over 65 have dry mouth. This can be a side effect of medication or an effect of diabetes and other illnesses. Besides, in people over 60 years old, the risk of oral cancer is 4 times higher than that of people in their 20s. Therefore, you should have regular dental check-ups.
3. Other health problems
3.1 Increased risk of cancer Old age is a factor that increases the risk of various types of cancer. If you've been diagnosed with cancer, chances are you'll have it again by the time you turn 60. About 50% of breast cancers are diagnosed in people over the age of 61. With colon cancer, the average age of detection is 68. Therefore, you should periodically have mammograms, colonoscopy and prostate exams.
3.2 Weight gain Age 60 need to know: Metabolism (your body's ability to burn calories) usually slows down as you get older. Besides, a poor diet and little exercise are also the reasons why you often gain weight in your 60s. So you should be active to burn more fat and eat. Drink healthily and scientifically.
3.3 Changes in Skin When you turn 60, the epidermis and dermis will be thinner and flatter. Your skin will become drier, more itchy, and paper-thin. Wrinkles, age spots and dark spots on the skin are also more prominent. Meanwhile, the sweat glands will work less. That means you may not sweat as much, but skin wounds may take longer to heal on their own.
3.4 Cardiovascular problems When you turn 60, you have a higher risk of heart attack, stroke or heart failure than younger people. Heart disease is also the leading cause of death in the elderly. So what should you do at age 60 to reduce your risk of heart disease? You should quit smoking, limit salt, sugar and saturated fat (found in meat and milk) in your daily diet. At the same time, every day you should try to spend 30 minutes walking, doing yoga, swimming or participating in other active movement activities.
3.5 Bone and joint problems Age 60 to know: Aging and inactivity can make your body less flexible. You may experience muscle weakness and pain in the joints. You should ask your doctor, if necessary, you can take calcium and vitamin D supplements to strengthen bones. For women, bone scans are recommended at age 65 to detect osteoporosis. Men should also talk to their doctor to see if screening for osteoporosis is necessary.
3.6 Sleep Quality Issues In your 60s, you need 7-9 hours of sleep every night. But this is difficult to do. Because as you age, your body produces less of the hormone melatonin (the hormone that induces sleep). That makes it difficult for you to fall into a deep and relaxing sleep.
3.7 High blood pressure Over the years, fat builds up in the walls of your arteries (like a blocked drain). In addition to narrowing of the arteries, large arteries also tend to harden with age - a condition known as hardening of the arteries. This causes blood pressure to rise. The readings can be dangerously high even if it doesn't cause any symptoms. High blood pressure can lead to stroke, blindness and other serious damage.
3.8 Difficulty with bladder control People in their 60s need to know: Age is the main reason why you often have to wake up to go to the bathroom at night. In addition, leakage of urine when coughing or sneezing is common in the elderly.
3.9 Immunity When you turn 60, your body stops making new T cells (cells that help find and destroy invading bacteria). Therefore, you are more susceptible to attack by external pathogens or take longer to restore health. Vaccines are also not likely to protect you as well as before. You may need a higher dose of the flu vaccine after you turn 65. In addition, you should get vaccinated against shingles and pneumococcal disease because they are diseases that people over 60 are susceptible to.
The article has helped readers understand what they need to know at the age of 60, what to do to ensure physical and mental health. You should pay attention to change your diet and activities, exercise more to stay happy and healthy in your 60s and beyond.
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