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20s
special concerns: if you're sexually active practice safe sex. mental and emotional health are a concern due to rapid changes causing stress levels to increase so find ways to mitigate stress. -
healthy eating
Focus should be on getting enough protein, calcium, potassium, healthy omega-3, fats, and folic acid. Eating healthy portion sizes to maintain a healthy weight is also important. -
physical activity
focus should be on building up bone mass as this peaks in the 20s. -
preventive health care
do not smoke or use drugs, wear a seatbelt while driving and helmet while biking, maintain enough sleep, protect the skin and eyes, and find a good primary care physician. -
30s
sexual and reproductive health is important as usually people are in a committed relationship and might want to have kids. the 30s are also likely to have high levels of stress due to long working hours, caring for aging parents and possibly children so talking to a mental health provider is imperatibve if you are worried about your ability to cope. -
physical activity
regular exercise can reduce the risk of osteoporosis and prevent the loss of muscle. good technique can reduce the risk of back pain which is common. -
healthy eating
maintain a healthy weight, metabolism slows beginning in the 30s so loosing weight is harder. -
preventative healthcare
moisturizer and sunscreen are beneficial to maintaining healthy skin. screening for various diseases such as skin cancer and mental disorders is recommended every 1 or 2 years depending on the recomendation of your PCP. -
40s
mental health can deteriorate and mood changes are normal but if there is a loss of intrest in normal activities or other symptoms seeing a mental health specialist is recomended. -
healthy eating
it is likely that people in their 40s have gained weight and so their diet should be focused on reducing risk factors for heart disease and maintaining glucose levels. a healthy balenced diet is imperative. -
physical activity
regular weight-bearing exercise to reduce the risk of osteoporosis is recommended, though good technique should be a focus as injuries can take longer to recover from. -
preventative healthcare
physical checkups, screening for diseases based on risk, and getting baseline EKG and vision are recommended so doctors have a baseline to look at if you become ill. -
50s
getting enough sleep, managing stress, and avoiding drugs and alcohol are all going to help combat deteriorating health. -
healthy eating
limit foods high in fat and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats. supplements may be beneficial to balance out any deficiences. -
physical activity
stay active physically and mentally in order to reduce bone loss. taking up a hobby can be beneficial to brain function. -
preventative healthcare
physical screening and regular checkups on any diseases you are at risk for are recommended along withgettin baselin chelestrol, blood pressure, and vision stats. -
60s
learning CPR and the warning signs of heart attacks, stroke, dementia and other mental disorders is recomended. -
healthy eating
a well-balanced diet is still very important, avoiding fats and cholesterol to reduce the health risks of obesity and heart disease is imperative. -
physical activity
getting 30 minutes of exercise most days is good to keep the body from deteriorating and to strengthen bones and muscles. -
preventative healthcare
see your healthcare provider regularly in order to screen for disease and find any issues early when they can be dealt with effectively.