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Preventing Age-Related Diseases

Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity..... WHO 1946
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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're 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 healthful 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)


To insure good health: eat lightly, breathe deeply, live moderately, cultivate cheerfulness, and maintain an interest in life........
William Londen


How to Avoid the Following Age Related Diseases and Conditions

ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE
ARTERIOSLEROSIS
DIABETES
DEMENTIA
FIBROMYALGIA
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
HAIR LOSS
OSTEOARTHRITIS
OSTEOPOROSIS

Do this for your future health

Lose Excess Weight
Lose 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

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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.
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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