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The greatest wealth is health.
Health is the greatest wealth
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—Virgil Virgil (poet)
Hong Kong Women’s Guide (1)—Comprehensive care from the inside out: diet, exercise and cancer health check-up information
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｜Women’s health, comprehensive care from the inside out｜
The physical health of adult women requires more attention and care. This article will share the diet and exercise suitable for adult women, and introduce institutions in Hong Kong that focus on women's health examinations to help you achieve maintenance from the inside out.
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｜1. Diet and health care, nutritional intake required by women｜
Diet is the source of nutrients for the body. Adequate intake of nutrients is beneficial to health and anti-aging.
①Iron
Iron helps the body produce red blood cells and is very important for women's health. Women's iron deficiency may lead to anemia, fatigue, dizziness and other symptoms. Meat is a rich source of iron, and vegetarians can get enough iron from foods such as beans, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables. Eat iron-rich foods with vegetables and fruits containing vitamin C to help the body absorb it easily .
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②Calcium calcium
Women are prone to osteoporosis after childbirth and menopause. Severe osteoporosis may lead to the risk of fractures due to collisions or falls. Calcium-containing foods include: dairy products, tofu, kale, kale, salmon, tree nuts, sesame seeds and almonds. Vitamin D can increase the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Supplementing calcium while taking in vitamin D. Exposure to the sun can also promote the body's synthesis of vitamin D.
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③ Lutein
Lutein helps protect the eyes and reduce cataracts and macular degeneration. Taking lutein during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of fetal defects. Daily intake: spinach, kale, corn, pumpkin, tomatoes, bell peppers, salmon, broccoli and other foods; lutein is a fat-soluble nutrient, which is better absorbed by the body when paired with fat-rich foods .
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④ Estrogen
Estrogen is a female hormone. As you age, the amount of estrogen secreted in the body will gradually decrease. You can eat soybeans, flax seeds, oats, walnuts and other foods. When taking estrogen, you can supplement vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, magnesium. .
⑥ Puerfons NMN12000 Premium Anti-Aging Capsules (60 capsules per box)
Anti-aging capsules are health foods that have attracted much attention in recent years and can help maintain good health. It can help increase NAD+ levels in the body, thereby delaying the rate of cell aging. Improve cell energy and self-repair ability, improve attention and concentration, improve memory loss, promote fat and protein decomposition, help insomnia, and fight physical fatigue .
｜2. Exercise is not only good for body shaping, but also helpful for mental health｜
Exercise not only helps maintain body shape, but also enhances immunity, improves cardiopulmonary function, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. Exercise helps release neurotransmitters such as dopamine and endorphins. Regular exercise can reduce anxiety and depression , improve sleep quality, reduce stress , and help the body adjust to its optimal state.
Advice for women in the office
Sitting for long periods of time can easily lead to stiffness of the muscles and bones. It is recommended to get up every hour and move around, such as wrist circles, shoulder exercises, leg stretches , etc. You can place a far-infrared far-infrared warming pad on your office chair to increase microcirculation. You can also place the pad on your abdomen for hot compresses to relieve abdominal discomfort during menstruation.
｜3. Breast cancer and cervical cancer prevention and health examination for Hong Kong women｜
Preventing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and cervical cancer is also very important! Getting regular mammograms and Pap smears helps us detect potential health problems and take appropriate preventive measures early.
Prevent breast cancer
Lumps or depressions in the breasts, orange peel, rash, peeling, or dimpling around the breasts or nipples, or unusual fluid secretion from the nipples, or lumps under the arms. It is recommended that women over the age of 20-40 should perform monthly self-examinations and seek medical advice as soon as possible if there is anything unusual.
Prevent cervical cancer
Cervical cancer has no obvious symptoms in the early stages , and many symptoms are similar to gynecological symptoms and are difficult to detect . In the late stages, symptoms include: vaginal bleeding during non-menstrual periods, flank and lower abdominal pain. Regular cervical screening is very important for early detection and early treatment .
Breast cancer and cervical related services and organizations in Hong Kong
There are many professional medical institutions in Hong Kong, such as the Department of Health’s Family Health Service ,the Hospital Authority , the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation , the Hong Kong Department of Health’s Cervical Screening Program or private clinics and hospitals.
There are three women’s health centers in Hong Kong
Chai Wan Women's Health Center
2/F, Chai Wan Health Centre, 1 Hong Man Street, Chai Wan
2897 9321
2nd floor, Kangyuan
Lam Tin Women's Health Center
6/F, Lam Tin Branch Clinic, 99 Kai Tin Road, Lam Tin
2952 9829
Sub-specialty clinic 6th floor