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Importance of Calcium
Throughout my entire life, it will remain an important nutritional goal to maintain healthy calcium requirements. -
Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is an important nutrient often received from contact with sun rays. As I get older, it becomes important to increase my nutrient D levels- but I should always be careful about my time in the sun and always wear sunscreen and protective clothing. -
Importance of Cancer Screenings
Screenings and medical tests of all kinds are vital- especially as an individual ages- to making proactive health decisions. -
Importance of Weight Managment
In every industrialized nation obesity rates have risen rapidly since the 20th century. And America leads the pack with obesity rates. With the related health risks- such as diabetes and hypertension- it is vital for American to maintain and regulate a healthy diet and weight. -
Period: to
20s
Health Tips - Get Sleep, Avoid drinking and drugs, eat a nutritious diet, Workout regularly, Always wear a seat-belt
Routine Health Care - Keep up with Immunizations and routine medical checkups (gynecological, dentist, comprehensive eye exams, ect.)
Topics of Concern - Sexual Health, Metal/emotional/spiritual health, Physical Overexertion, Motor Vehicular Accidents -
Period: to
20s
Physical Activity: Workout multiple times a week but do not overexert yourself.
Healthy Eating: Habits formed during the 20s are instrumental to future behaviors. My goal is to keep up with vitamin supplements- particularly omega 3- as to create healthy habits and provide my body with the nutrients it needs to grow and prosper.
Preventative Health Care: Keep up with gynecological appointments as to familiarize myself with my sexual health -
Period: to
30s
Healthy Eating: Eat adequate amounts of iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, B vitamins, vitamin D, fiber and healthy omega-3 fats. Limit sodium and fast food intake.
Physical Activity: Build muscle to prevent the onset of fat. Workout 30-60 min a day and always wear a helmet when biking or motorcycling.
Preventative Health Care: Keep up with immunizations, get regular cancer, cholesterol, and blood pressure screenings. Maintain a healthy BMI -
Period: to
30s
Health Tips- Get Enough Sleep (6-8 Weeks), exercise regularly (30-60 min a day), Maintain a healthy Weight (Metabolism begins to slow), Eat a Healthy Diet (Reduce Sodium Consumption)
Routine Health Care- Focus on sexual Health (get routine STI/STD checks), Gynecological Check-ups, Breast Exams, Skin Cancer Screenings
Topics of Concern-Skin Care (always wear sunscreen), Muscle Building, Metal/Emotional/Physical/Reproductive Health), Back Pain -
Period: to
40s
Health Tips- Watch for chronic pain, stress factors, and blood pressure abnormalities.
Routine Health Care- Get Blood glucose levels, BMI, blood pressure, skin, and mental health monitored routinely.
Topics of Concern- The 40's are when many people begin to experience vision and hearing loss. Also this is a time of urinary and digestive problems. -
Period: to
40s
Healthy Eating: Eat food that does not impede digestive and urinary tracts. Avoid saturated fats, sodium, and trans fats as to maintain healthy biological systems and prevent unsafe BMI's.
Physical Activity: Regular weight-bearing activity helps to prevent osteoperosis and maintain a healthy BMI.
Preventative Health Care: Get skin cancer screenings. See a mental health professional if changes in mood, anxiety or depression occur. Learn about your family health history. -
Period: to
50s
Health Tips- Workout regularly, talk with medical advisors, continue challenging your mind by trying new things and establishing new friends/relationships.
Routine Health Care- Get diabetes screenings, cancer screenings gynecological exams, dental exams, hearing/vision tests and keep up with immunizations.
Topics of Concern- Watch for abnormal blood sugar, Hair loss, Hearing loss, Heart disease, High blood pressure, High cholesterol, triglycerides and homocysteine levels and Menopause -
Period: to
50s
Healthy Eating: Get fruits and vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats, whole grains, and fiber each day. Talk to a professional about your need for nutritional supplements.
Physical Activity: Continue aerobic exercise for heart health and to reduce your risk for osteoporosis. Maintain mental health by staying in touch with friends, finding hobbies, and trying new things.
Preventative Health Care: Get cancer screenings, watch for symptoms of chronic pain and gat routine medical checkups. -
Period: to
60s
Health Tips- Follow health professional's advise, become aware of medical warning signs, and talk often with your doctor.
Routine Health Care- Avoid harmful drugs and substances, protect your heart with exercise and healthy diet, get medical advise often.
Topics of Concern- Taking dangerous falls, watch for declining cognitive health, automotive accidents and fire/ carbon monoxide accidents -
Period: to
60s
Healthy Eating: Limit process foods and sugar. Eat fruits and vegetables, fiber, whole grains, low fat dairy products and eat lean meat.
Physical Activity: Maintain 30 min excursive a day but chose activity that is not high-impact and go over excessive regimes with medical professionals,
Preventative Health Care: Get flu vaccines, Bone density tests, mammograms and breast exams, shingles tests and Pap tests
