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Health Maintenance

By cburns44

  • The 20's

    The 20's
    Eat plenty of lean meat, veggies, fruit, whole grains, and dairy. Exercise regularly. Make sure you're getting enough protein, calcium, potassium, healthy omega-3 fats, and folic acid. Develop financial plans, develop your independence, and find balance. For women, go see your obgyn once every 2-3 years and for men go attend a testicular examine as recommended by a doctor.

  • The 30's

    The 30's
    Get plenty of essential vitamins, minerals, iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, vitamin B, vitamin D, fiber and healthy omega-3 fats. Make sure to reduce sodium intake and process foods. Exercise for 30-60 minutes a day. Manage stress. Moisturize daily. Build muscle. Take care of your back. Get skin cancer screenings.

  • The 40's

    The 40's
    Take care to prevent chronic pains such as arthritis and tendonitis. Manage stress and blood glucose levels. Watch your weight distribution. Attend annual screening tests specific to your sex, visit the eye doctor every two years, get skin exams, colorectal screenings, and blood pressure screenings.

  • The 50's

    The 50's
    Stay mentally and physically active. Limit unhealthy fats and high sodium. Reduce stress and attend regular checkups and screenings.

  • The 60's

    The 60's
    Learn the signs of serious medical conditions and follow your doctor's recommendations for preventive care. Monitor blood pressure and sugar. Exercise a few days out of the week for at least 30 minutes.