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Lifestyle in the 20s
Eat a healthy diet. Limit fast and processed foods. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and low- or nonfat dairy products
Get lots of protein, calcium, potassium, omega-3 fats, and folic acid.
Get at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.
Don't smoke or use any illegal substances. Drink in moderation.
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Preventative Health Care in the 20s
Never drink and drive. Always wear your seatbelt. Wear a helmet on any motorized or recreational vehicle. Use sunscreen every time you go into the sun. Don't go to tanning salons. Shower daily, brush your teeth and floss twice a day, and wash your hands frequently.
Have medical checkups at least every 2 years, and have a blood pressure screening every time.
Be sure to take care of your sexual health
Frequently talk to the doctor about contraceptives, STD/STI screening, and safer sex. -
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Lifestyle in the 30s
Eat a healthy diet, including plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole
grains, lean protein and low or nonfat dairy products. Get plenty of iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, B vitamins, vitamin D, fiber and healthy omega-3 fats. It is now more important to limit the intake of fast and processed food.
Regulate BMI, BP, and cholesterol.
Get at least 30 to 60 minutes of exercise daily.
Don't smoke or use illegal substances. Drink in moderation.
Get lots of sleep. Avoid stress.
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Preventative Health Care in the 30s
Never drink and drive. Always wear your seatbelt. Wear a helmet on any motorized or recreational vehicle. Use sunscreen every time you go into the sun. Don't go to tanning salons. Shower daily, brush your teeth and floss twice a day, and wash your hands frequently.
Take extra care of your sexual and reproductive health.
Take care of your back, especially if it pains. Go to your doctor if there are any problems or you have any questions -
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Preventative Health care in the 40s
Never drink and drive. Always wear your seatbelt. Wear a helmet on any motorized or recreational vehicle. Use sunscreen every time you go into the sun. Don't go to tanning salons. Shower daily, brush your teeth and floss twice a day, and wash your hands frequently.
Monitor BP, BMI, Blood glucose, stress and cholesterol.
Take extra care of your sexual and reproductive health.
Watch out for chronic pain, skin issues, changes or loss of vision and hearing, digestive issues. -
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Lifestyle in the 40s
Eat a healthy diet, including plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole
grains, lean protein and low or nonfat dairy products. Get plenty of iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, B vitamins, vitamin D, fiber and healthy omega-3 fats. It is now more important to limit the intake of fast and processed food.
GET AT LEAST 30 MINUTES OF EXERCISE DAILY
Regulate BMI, BP, and cholesterol.
Go to doctor checkups every 2 to 3 years, and don't be hesitant to contact them if you have questions about your health. -
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Lifestyle in the 50s
Eat healthy, limit sodium and unhealthy fat intake, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats, whole grains, and fiber.
EXERCISE FREQUENTLY. GET AT LEAST 30-60 MINUTES OF EXERCISE DAILY.
Challenge your mind.
Manage your weight.
Don't smoke, use illegal drugs, and drink in moderation.
Get enough sleep and reduce stress. -
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Preventative Health Care in the 50s
Never drink and drive. Always wear your seatbelt. Wear a helmet on any motorized or recreational vehicle. Use sunscreen every time you go into the sun. Don't go to tanning salons. Shower daily, brush your teeth and floss twice a day, and wash your hands frequently.
Monitor BP, BMI, Blood glucose, stress and cholesterol.
Watch out for chronic pain, skin issues, changes or loss of vision and hearing, digestive issues.
Visit a doctor frequently to avoid any serious conditions -
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Lifestyle in the 60s
Eat healthy. Eat 4-5 servings of fruits and vegetables, 3 servings of fiber rich whole grains, 2-3 servings of low or no fat dairy products, and 50-60 grams of protein.
Get about 30 minutes of exercise daily.
Challenge your mental abilities.
Don't smoke or use illegal drugs. Drink in moderation.
Manage your weight. -
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Preventative Health Care in the 60s
Never drink and drive. Always wear your seatbelt. Wear a helmet on any motorized or recreational vehicle. Use sunscreen every time you go into the sun. Shower daily, brush your teeth and floss twice a day, and wash your hands frequently.
Monitor BP, BMI, Blood glucose, stress and cholesterol.
Watch out for chronic pain, skin issues, changes or loss of vision and hearing, digestive issues.
Visit a doctor frequently and learn warning signs to avoid any serious conditions