prevention is better than cure
A proverb emphasizing that taking care of one's health through lifestyle is more effective than relying on medicine after getting sick.
「薬より養生」という言葉があるように、普段から健康に気をつけることが大切だ。
As the saying goes, 'prevention is better than cure,' so it's important to take care of your health on a daily basis.
A traditional Japanese proverb composed of 薬 (medicine), より (than), and 養生 (health care, recuperation). The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects a common folk wisdom.