How to tell a man's heart health from his belly

A man's stomach problems can indirectly reflect the health of his heart. Sometimes the stomach can also reflect your heart problems. If you look carefully, you can find some related problems. In life, caring for yourself can be reflected in some small details. The same is true for cherishing yourself.

1. Observe your belly button more often

"Even if you're slim, the amount of fat you carry around your belly is strongly associated with your risk of heart disease," Goldberg said. So measure your waist regularly. Ideally, your waist should be under 35 inches. To manage your waistline, get some aerobic exercise every day and eat less simple carbohydrates, such as pastries and white bread, which tend to increase belly fat.

2. Write down these numbers

"If you're 35 or older and don't know your blood pressure and cholesterol levels, see your doctor," Goldberg says. This information can be used to estimate your risk of heart disease.

3. Don’t go barefoot

When you go barefoot or wear shoes without arch support or traction (like flip-flops), the plantar fascia—the connective tissue on the sole of the foot that meets the heel—can become overworked, leading to heel pain.