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As we age, we become aware that our physical and mental health, as well as dietary and social needs, changes over time. We can maintain control of our health by making the appropriate adjustments.
5 Steps for Healthier Aging
If you’re ready to take charge of your well-being, these easy-to-accomplish steps can help you keep your body and mind healthy as you age.
1. Get Moving: Maintaining regular physical activity can help maintain a healthy weight, lower blood pressure, blood cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
- Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week.
- Beginning physical activity can be as easy as walking for 10 to 15 minutes for three to four days per week and increasing as you go.
- Make your physical activity FUN and something you enjoy doing! If making it social will keep you motivated, ask a friend to be your workout buddy.
2. Maintain a Healthy Diet: Eating right can help you stave off major health issues like obesity and the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
- Eat appropriate portion sizes.
- Eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables and have them make up half of your plate.
- Avoid excessively processed, especially ultra-processed, foods.
- Stay hydrated: Adults should drink between 10-16 cups of water per day, depending on gender, living environment, and activity level.
3. Stay Social: Along with increasing cognitive function, and boosting self-confidence and mood, healthy social connections as we get older also improve (and can help even prevent!) symptoms of anxiety and depression.
4. Balance Your Body and Mind: Regular exercise for older adults can not only improve overall fitness levels and quality of life, it also reduces the risk of disability or chronic conditions. Participating in regular physical activity has been shown to have a positive effect on both physical and mental well-being for seniors.
- Maintain a positive attitude.
- Keep your mind active by reading, doing puzzles, or through other mentally stimulating actions.
- Keep your body active through mindfulness, stretches, yoga, and similar pursuits.
5. Be Proactive: Receive regular medical, dental, and vision checkups. Many diseases and health issues can be prevented when caught early.
It’s also essential to continue to evaluate your healthcare options and ensure you’re receiving the best coverage possible. Medicare Annual Enrollment is Oct. 15-Dec. 7, making it a good time to review your healthcare options.
A Medicare Advantage plan may help reduce or eliminate gaps in your healthcare coverage and provide access to additional services and benefits that may not be covered by VA healthcare. Medicare-eligible individuals can select from any Medicare Advantage plan in their area.
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