Traders' diseases and how to combat them.

Most people who want to become a trader associate this job solely as a source of good income, but few consider the health risks associated with trading.

It would seem that sitting at a computer for hours clicking a mouse is harmful—I already spend just as much time on social media—but unfortunately, there are numerous health risks associated with becoming a trader.

Therefore, it's important to be prepared for them and take all possible preventative measures to reduce their likelihood.

Let's start with the most common:

1. Eye diseases - sometimes spending hours monitoring currency pair chartssignificantly weakens vision and sometimes causes severe pain.

The recommendations are almost the same as for working at a computer - blink more frequently, occasionally look away from the monitor, take breaks every hour, and use eye drops to relieve tension.

2. Osteochondrosis (arthritis) - especially in the cervical spine - causes not only neck discomfort but also headaches.

Prevention - strengthen the neck muscles, eat a low-salt diet, and avoid hypothermia.  

3. Psychological illnesses and stress - often occur after a deposit is lost or drawdown.

Avoid such situations, be prepared for losses, and have an insurance fund to help you recover. Insurance not only helps you get back into trading but also acts as a psychological defense.

4. Alcohol and drugs - often used by traders to relieve stress, the consequences of which are clear even to a schoolchild.

Instead of these two stimulants, find your own way to relieve stress. Some people find a sauna or swimming pool helpful, while others enjoy a shooting range or fishing.

5. Diseases associated with a sedentary lifestyle – a trader's work doesn't require physical activity, leading to problems with excess weight, cardiovascular disease, and other issues.

Exercise and daily walks can help alleviate this problem, as can automated trading.

As with trading, it's easier to prevent health problems than to deal with them later. The key is to find an approach that always combines useful and enjoyable activities. For example, I work out at the gym for an hour and a half every day, combining my workouts with watching TV series and other shows, which makes the training process less boring.