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20's
-Eat healthy! (reduces risk of heart disease and other chronic diseases)
-Exercise regularly
-Get important nutrients (such as protein, calcium, potassium, healthy omega-3, fats, and folic acid)
-Don't smoke or do drugs
-Get enough sleep
-Wear helmets and seatbelts when needed
-Have good hygiene (shower regularly)
-Protect skin and eyes against sun -
30's
-Maintain a healthy weight
-Eat healthy! (Get enough vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, low- or nonfat dairy)
-Get necessary vitamins, minerals, and nutrients (iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, B vitamins, vitamin D, fiber, and healthy omega-3 fats)
-Exercise regularly (30-60 minutes of physical activity most days a week)
-Get enough sleep
-Don't smoke, use tobacco products, or do drugs -
40's
-Get regular screenings and exams (check ups, dental, eye, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, cancer, etc.)
-Try to minimize stress
-Get 30 minutes of physical exercise most days of the week
-Get regular weight-bearing exercise
-Eat healthy
-Get enough sleep
-Don't smoke, drink excessively, or smoke
-Wear your seatbelt
-Careful to prevent long term health issues! Check out family history to look at past diseases -
50's
-Eat healthy! (cut down on salt, get fruits, vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats/omega-3s, whole grains, fiber, vitamins, and minerals)
-Get 30-60 minutes of physical activity most days of the week (both aerobic and weight bearing)
-Challenge your mind by learning a new skill or hobby
-Maintain a healthy weight
-Don't smoke or use tobacco
-Get enough sleep
-Reduce stress
-Drink moderately
-Get regular exams and screenings (check ups, dental, eye, blood pressure, etc) -
60's
-Learn the warning signs for heart attacks and strokes
-Don't smoking
-Know blood pressure, total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides, fasting blood glucose, body mass index, and waist circumference
-Keep all of above factors in healthy range
-Maintain a healthy weight
-Exercise for 30 minutes most days of the week
-Drink in moderation
-Eat healthy (4-5 servings of fruits and veggies, 3 servings of whole grains, 2 or 3 low or non fat dairy products, etc)
-Get regular exams and screenings
