How Can I Prevent Health Problems As I Age?

Do you eat healthy; do you eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, low-fat, low-water dairy products, nuts and seeds?

Have you limited your intake of sugar, alcohol and coffee?

Do you have regular meals?

If you are a smoker, have you stopped smoking?

Do you exercise regularly or at least try to exercise as much as you can?

Do you get enough rest and sleep at night for at least 7 hours?

Do you have regular medical check-ups?

Do you try to achieve and maintain a healthy weight?

Have you talked to your doctor about your family health history?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you prevent health problems as you age. Try to eat healthy, choose fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats. On the other hand, you should limit your intake of sugar, alcohol and coffee. It is unhealthy not skip meals because a regular meal schedule keeps your insulin levels stable which reduces the risk of various diseases. You should be active and exercise as much as you can. Regular physical activity will delay chronic diseases, improve your endurance, reduce stress and promote brain health. A good night's sleep is extremely important for maintaining a strong immune system.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to prevent health problems that come with aging. Although aging is inevitable, it does not have to be accompanied by serious health problems. If you are a smoker, it would be good to quit smoking. Regular medical examinations are important because that way you will prevent the disease or detect it early when it is possible to treat it more successfully. You should maintain a healthy weigh because being overweight increases the risk of many diseases and significantly reduces the quality of life. Based on your family health history, your doctor may suggest steps to prevent chronic illness.