Here are four characteristics of women over 40 who exhibit signs of good health and slow aging:
1. Women with an ideal body weight
According to researchers, the basal metabolic rate of the human body tends to decrease as age increases, which means calorie consumption also becomes lower. If this situation persists, it can lead to excess calories, weight gain, and the conversion of excess calories into fat stored in the body, especially around the waist and abdomen.
On the other hand, those with stable health and slow aging tend to maintain a reasonable weight and a relatively slim or full but robust physique. This is because their metabolic rate is better, and their body burns calories more efficiently.

Women who maintain their ideal weight tend to take good care of their health and are generally healthy. (Illustrative image)
2. They sleep deeply and well
With age, the body’s metabolic rate also declines, and hormone imbalances can lead to poor sleep quality, vivid dreams, or even insomnia.
Chronic sleep deprivation and poor sleep quality can cause the body’s organs not to rest adequately, indirectly impairing their functions over time and exacerbating the aging process.
However, if you have entered the aging phase but still sleep well and deeply, congratulations! Your health is well-maintained. Good sleep helps enhance metabolism and blood circulation, boosts immunity, and reduces the risk of diseases.
3. Women with a rosy complexion and few wrinkles
Estrogen plays a crucial role in collagen production, maintaining skin elasticity, moisture, and oil regulation.
A deficiency in estrogen after the age of 40 can lead to acne, wrinkles, dry or oily skin, and skin discoloration or pigmentation. Therefore, if you still have a rosy and wrinkle-free complexion in your 40s, it indicates that you are aging slowly and have adequate estrogen levels.
To maintain this, remember to eat healthily, always remove your makeup and cleanse your face after going out to remove dirt and grime, drink enough water, and get adequate sleep.
4. Women with a cheerful spirit
Estrogen is a female sex hormone that strongly influences neurotransmitters in the brain, including serotonin, a chemical that enhances positive emotions.
A decrease in estrogen levels can cause emotional changes, often negative, before menstruation (known as premenstrual syndrome – PMS), or it may make women prone to anxiety and depression during perimenopause and menopause.
Therefore, if a woman maintains a cheerful and optimistic spirit, it indicates stable estrogen levels in her body.