What happens to your body when you turn 40?

Aging is a natural process and it's normal to notice changes as we reach 40 years old. Some common changes include slight vision and hearing loss, drier skin, feeling a bit weaker, and some bladder control loss. Women may experience a few extra problems due to a loss of estrogen, such as hot flashes and sleep troubles.

Below, we'll discuss several common changes you might notice in your 40s.

• Weight gain may become easier A 2019 study published in Nature Medicine suggests that the body becomes less efficient at removing fats, also known as lipids, as we age. Regardless of whether the study's participants gained or lost weight over the 13-year study, they all demonstrated decreased lipid turnover in fat tissue.
• Hair loss may occur Whether you're a man or woman, you might notice some gray hairs sneaking into your hairline in your 30s or 40s (via Harvard Health Publishing). But in your 40s, you might also notice that your hair feels a bit thinner than it once did. About two-thirds of men will notice hair loss by the age of 35, according the American Hair Loss Association.
• Muscle mass may decrease Muscle mass begins to decline with age after 30 years old (per Harvard Health Publishing). It may even decline by as much as 5% per decade. This age-related decrease is called sarcopenia, which can become problematic for those who don't take steps to counteract it. Losing muscle mass often makes people more prone to weakness, which could lead to falls and bone fractures.
• You may lose control of the bladder Men and women alike can have bladder leaks due to aging of the muscles that support the pelvic organs. As these muscles weaken, they're less able to control the bladder's operation. People may also experience different types of incontinence, like stress incontinence from sudden movements like coughing or exercising, or urge incontinence, where you feel the need to urinate and can't get to a restroom quickly enough.

Turning 40 is a significant milestone both physically and mentally. Many people start to experience significant changes to their bodies. ADD LIFE’s anti-aging treatment programs aim to treat the underlying causes of aging, alleviate any age-related ailments, and ultimately improve your quality of life.

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