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Healthy Eating - 20s
It's important to have a healthy diet to reduce possible risks for heart and other diseases. Some important nutrients to have in your diet include protein, calcium, potassium, omega-3 fats, and folic acid. It's also important to avoid eating fast food and processed food and to eat lots of fruits and vegetables. -
Physical Activity - 20s
It's important to exercise regularly to keep your body healthy and strong. Making a daily exercise routine can help to ensure that you get enough exercise. -
Preventive Health Care - 20s
To stay healthy in your 20s, it's recommended to get medical check-ups at least every 2 years or when recommended by your health care provider. You should also have dental exams and dental cleanings every 6 - 12 months or whenever recommended by a doctor. It's also very important to get recommended immunizations to prevent certain sicknesses. One other important safety measure is to be cautious when participating in sports and other vigorous activities. -
Preventive Health Care - 30s
You should try to reduce stress and balance your responsibilities with things you enjoy. While being outside it's important to wear sunscreen daily to prevent skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. It's important to drink alcohol in moderation and to never drink and drive or ride with someone under the influence. -
Healthy Eating - 30s
It's important to maintain a healthy diet throughout your 30s by eating lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and low fat dairy. It's also important to continue avoiding processed and fast foods and to reduce the amount of sodium in your diet. -
Physical Activity - 30s
In your 30s it's important to exercise regularly and to get 30-60 minutes of physical activity on most days of the week. Strength training by lifting weights a few times a week can boost metabolism and prevent osteoporosis. -
Healthy Eating - 40s
In your 40's it's important to monitor any issues with cholesterol, blood glucose, and risks for osteoporosis. Making changes to your diet can help prevent these issues and keep your body strong. -
Preventative Health Care - 40s
In your 40s you can encounter chronic pain such as arthritis and back pain. You should continue to get physical exams every 2 or 3 years and should get cholesterol screenings every 5 years. You may need a colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45 if it's in your family history -
Physical Activity - 40s
Continuing to exercise regularly in your 40s can prevent osteoporosis and improve cardiovascular health. Working out every other day can help your body strengthen, while still allowing it time to rest and recover. Sports like jogging, biking, and swimming can act as ways to keep up your cardiovascular health. -
Healthy Eating - 50s
At age 50, its important to pay attention to getting good nutrition and to cut back further on sodium in your diet. You should limit foods high in fat and to continue getting lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other nutrients. You may also want to talk to your health care provider and ask about taking nutritional supplements. -
Preventive Health Care - 50s
In your 50s you should ensure that you keep going to regular doctor examinations and that you update your immunizations. You should get eye exams every 2 years and get screening tests. In your 50s issues such as hearing loss, heart disease, and high cholesterol can become issues. -
Physical Activity - 50s
In your 50s you should make sure to get at least 30 - 60 minutes of physical activity on most days and to implement aerobic exercises into your exercise. This will benefit your heart health and reduce your risk of osteoporosis. It's important to maintain a healthy weight as your metabolism slows down as you age. -
Healthy Eating - 60s
It's important to get good nutrition in your diet and to limit processed foods and high fat and sugary foods. You should aim to have 4-5 servings of fruits and vegetables, 3 servings of grains, 2 or 3 servings of low fat dairy products and lean meats and protein. -
Preventative Health Care - 60s
In your 60s you should be aware of the increased risks for heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, and other health conditions. It's recommended to take a bone density test at age 60 or 65 and to take the pneumonia vaccine at age 65. You should also continue regular checkups. -
Physical Activity - 60s
In your 60s it's recommended to get at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days of the week and to find a type of exercise that you enjoy. This includes aerobic activities and strength exercises. It's also still important to maintain a healthy weight.
