Lifetime Personal Health

By alicekemp

  • 20s

    20s
    HEALTHY EATING: limiting fast foods & processed foods, eating plenty of fruits & vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and low/non-fat dairy products
    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: exercise regularly (30-60 minutes a day)

    PREVENTIVE HEALTH: do not smoke or use tobacco, limit alcohol use, get enough sleep

  • 30s

    30s
    HEALTHY DIET: plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean protein, vitamins (folic acid, vitamin B, calcium, potassium, fiber), limit fast foods and processed foods, reduce sodium intake
    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: regular exercise (30-60 min/day)
    PREVENTIVE HEALTH: do not smoke, wear sunscreen, get enough sleep, reduce stress, monitor BMI, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, diagnostic tests & screening procedures

  • 40s

    40s
    HEALTHY EATING: continue to eat a healthy and balanced diet, including plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and special vitamins
    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: continue to exercise regularly, but watch out for signs of arthritis, diabetes, or other health problems
    PREVENTIVE HEALTH: get screened/tested for diseases such as osteoporosis, changes in vision and hearing loss, colorectal cancer, and other illnesses

  • 50s

    50s
    HEALTHY EATING: continue eating a healthy & balanced diet, reduce sodium (salt) intake, avoid unhealthy fats
    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: stay active physically & mentally (30-60 min/day), maintain a healthy weight, mix of aerobic & weight bearing
    PREVENTIVE MEASURES: continue to be screened for diseases and illnesses, including osteoporosis, diabetes, colorectal cancer, etc.

  • 60s

    60s
    HEALTHY EATING: continue to eat a healthy & balanced diet, limit sodium & unhealthy fat intake, keep up with vitamins/mineral supplements
    PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: at least 30 min/day of regular exercise, get enough sleep and reduce stress
    PREVENTIVE HEALTH: annual immunizations, screenings for common illnesses such as osteoporosis, cancer, diabetes, shingles, etc.