Introduction: After the age of 40, metabolic rate decreases by 7% every decade. If you continue to eat as you did when you were young, it increases the risk of obesity and the "three highs" (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol). Recently, the Japanese news website "IRORIO" published an article suggesting that people over 40 should consider eating more of the following 7 foods.
Oats are rich in soluble fiber and antioxidants, which can lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) in the blood, prevent arteriosclerosis, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Studies show that eating just 3 grams of oats daily can lower blood cholesterol by 5-10%.
Cherries can help with gout and joint pain. Eating a few cherries daily can lower uric acid levels in the blood.
Homemade Cherry Jam
Almonds are also a great food recommended for middle-aged people. Studies show that eating 60 grams of almonds daily for 4 weeks can lower blood sugar levels by 9%.
Deep-sea fish contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can help relieve arrhythmia and hypertension symptoms. Eating deep-sea fish the size of your palm more than 4 times a week, such as tuna, salmon, and mackerel, can help prevent stroke. However, omega-3 fatty acids cannot withstand high heat, so steaming is a recommended cooking method.
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Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, which is more easily absorbed by the body after cooking. It can prevent cancer and arteriosclerosis and is also beneficial for the male prostate.
Soy isoflavones in soybeans can lower blood cholesterol and increase bone density. If women over 50 consume more than 30 grams of soybeans per meal and persist for 3 months, their high-density lipoprotein (HDL) will increase by about 4% and total cholesterol will decrease by about 5.5%. Additionally, eating soybeans can also help improve male fertility.
Milk is rich in protein and calcium, which can not only increase muscle mass but also strengthen bones. As you age, your body's need for calcium increases, so you should drink milk every day.
Red Bean Milk