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Stay WellPreventing Age-Related Diseases
Aging Well is not Just about Looking Good
Stay well as you age and enjoy this part of your life to the fullest.Aging can be accompanied by a host of age-related diseases, but you can minimize your risks of developing them considerably by making some lifestyle changes. Sagging skin, a big belly and wrinkles are the aesthetic signs of aging and should not prevent us from enjoying life to the full. What is more important is to stay well. As we age, we can develop chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. We are more likely to have high blood pressure and suffer from heart attacks and strokes, which can be fatal or lead to brain damage. Not only the body can be affected, older people also have an increased risk for memory loss, decreased brain function, Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and embarrassing symptoms such as incontinence and prostate problems, impotence or plain old lack of desire. Healthy aging is defined as living a longer, healthier life. And many studies have documented the link between a healthy diet and the prevention of age-related or chronic diseases. 
So if you are trying to look your best without going under the knife, a secret ingredient might be right under your nose. One answer to aging gracefully can be found in the grocery store; in fruits, vegetables, green tea, and a host of other healthy foods that are rich in antioxidants and other potentially age-deterring compounds.
"Dietary choices are critical to delay the onset of aging and age-related diseases, and the sooner you start, the greater the benefit," says Susan Moores, RD, a spokesman for the American Dietetic Association. (Quoted by Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD in MedicineNet.com). Adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity, adequate rest, avoiding tobacco and too much alcohol, with a diet full of healthy foods and beverages can be the best defence against aging. (Source: MedicineNet.com)
How to Avoid the Following Age Related Diseases and Conditions
ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE ARTERIOSLEROSIS CANCER CHOLESTEROL DIABETES DEMENTIA FIBROMYALGIA HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE HAIR LOSS OSTEOARTHRITIS OSTEOPOROSIS Do this for your future healthLose Excess WeightLose Belly Fat Quit Smoking Now Cut Down Your Alcohol Intake Get Enough Sleep Watch Your Weight Eat Healthily Cut Down on Salt Cut Down on Sugar Avoid Transfats Follow the DASH Meal Plan Drink Plenty of Water Exercise Regularly Get Enough Sleep Recommended ResourcesHealthy aging is defined as living a longer, healthier life. And many studies have documented the link between a healthy diet and the prevention of age-related or chronic diseases.If you have diabetes in your family or simply want to prevent it, click here to learn about Healthy Diabetic Dieting.
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