Once a man turns 50, he should pay a little more attention to preventive care in order to enjoy a longer and more fulfilling life. For this reason, a periodic, thorough checkup can be helpful in understanding what is happening to our bodies and which aspects deserve greater attention.
Here’s what preventive care entails: blood tests, including a complete blood count, liver and kidney function tests, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood glucose levels. Afterward, various parameters related to inflammation and oxidative stress are evaluated. All of this is essential for gaining insight into the processes affecting cells as we age. The results will then be discussed with your primary care physician during your internal medicine visit, so that recommendations or guidance can be provided regarding daily habits—from diet to physical activity—to help you continue living a healthy life.