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Isabelle's Life
My estimated lifetime and the important health tips for each decade. -
Tips for the 20's
Your younger years are important for the rest of your life, so eating healthy and getting plenty of exercise is important! Getting enough sleep and the correct nutrients are important to prevent future health problems. When having fun, make sure to stay safe as well- wear a helmet, seatbelt, limit excessive drinking of alcohol, wear sunscreen, and keep up with medical examinations. -
Tips for the 30's
Once you're into you 30's, make sure you stay at a healthy wight by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly, cut down on sodium and sugar. Sleep is still very important into your 30's, in addition keeping away from smoking is very important. While you may find yourself stressed, be able to drink in moderation and find more helpful ways of relieving it. Continue to use plenty of sunscreen to protect from skin cancer, and keep yourself safe in any situation. -
Tips for the 40's
Eating healthy, exercising, sleeping, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol become very important. Once you hit middle age, it's critical to monitor your health by getting regular cheek ups and paying attention to family medical history. Chronic pain, increased blood pressure and cholesterol, high BMI, and osteoporosis are many new concerns to watch out for. Screenings for breast and prostate cancer become even more important, hearing and vision may be effected as well. -
Tips for the 50's
The fifties is where many serious health problems may arise, usually in relation to bone strength, heart health, and mental strength. Keeping up the healthy eating and exercise are important, but exercising your mind is also very important- keeping up hobbies and activities that challenge you mentally. Stay away from tobacco products and try to reduce stress, as it may speed up the ageing process. Continue to get regular exams and bloodwork, going in often and more if needed. -
Tips for the 60's (and beyond)
Reaching sixty and further is an accomplishment, even if it can hurt sometimes. It's not too late to stop smoking, exercise more, and reduce your risk of heart attacks or strokes or any number of things. Keeping track of blood pressure and cholesterol as well as BMI is important, and acting in response to any abnormal tests. Make sure to have a fiber-rich diet, eating less salt, fat, and sugar. Insure your fire alarm is working, and take steps to reduce your risk of falling.
