5 things women over 50 don’t say – but in vain!

“After 50 years, the processes of destruction in them are ahead of the processes of formation. These changes increase the risk of developing osteopenia – a decrease in bone density – and osteoporosis – its next stage, when the likelihood of injury increases several times. One in four women this age will experience wrist, hip or spine fractures,” says Florence Komit, MD.

What to do: Swing! According to Eric Tam, MD, strength training is a “must have” for any woman over 50: it will not only help maintain strong bones, but can also prevent diabetes, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

As Bradley Server, MD explains, cardiovascular disease is still the leading cause of death among adults worldwide. He draws attention to the fact that women may experience atypical symptoms – not “classic” chest discomfort, but pain in the neck or arm.

What to do: According to Server, after the age of 50, each of us should discuss existing heart risks with a doctor and regularly “check” the state of our cardiovascular system.

“At the age of 50, due to changes in the collagen fibers in the deeper layers of the skin, the skin becomes thinner and loses its elasticity,” warns Komit. This is what leads to the appearance of those very many fine wrinkles that we don’t like so much.

What to do: eat well, always use moisturizers and never forget sunscreen.

After age 50, it can become commonplace, says Komit — menopause weakens the pelvic floor muscles and the organs move around a bit.

What to do: Kegel exercises. Florence advises doing them five to 10 times a day: choose the simplest ones and practice anywhere – for example, while waiting in line or waiting at a bus stop.

Empty nest syndrome is no joke! When older children leave home, their parents may experience anxiety, apathy, irritability and depression.

What to do: Invest time in friendships and hobbies to help maintain your sanity.