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Many people don’t feel like they have the time, willpower, or fortitude to embark on or follow through with health and fitness initiatives. It’s never too late to get started and finding motivation may be the key.
Diet
While both are critical for overall health, what we eat is equally or, in some cases, more important than exercise. Studies have indicated that those who eat lean proteins, vegetables, fruit, legumes, nuts, and seeds have healthier lives throughout the aging process. If individuals are eating healthy foods, avoiding processed meats and packaged foods, limiting sugars and unnecessary convenient foods, they are much healthier than their peers in most cases.
Those who consume the majority of their meals by eating whole, nutritious plants and lean proteins (animal or plant-based), they are, for the most part eliminating inflammation and reducing sugar spikes and therefore warding off chronic disease.
Are we saying you can never have a piece of cake or a slice of pizza? No. However, most experts agree that it’s best to keep junk food or processed foods to a minimum or enjoy them on special occasions.
Once people start eating healthy, their taste and cravings usually change, and they begin to love whole, nutritious foods.
Exercise
Exercise is an integral part of daily life because it keeps our blood circulating, improves muscular definition, and prevents muscle atrophy. Exercise is good for our hearts, cardiovascular systems, and our brains.
Studies have shown that regular exercise prevents or reduces the severity of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension, obesity, depression and osteoporosis, and premature death.
Many studies are purporting the benefits of exercise to alleviate the onset or slow the progression of cognitive decline. Many researchers agree that just 30 minutes of aerobic exercise 4 to 5 times per week is known to improve cognition and can even reduce atrophy in the brain.
Finding a friend or two or a group class can motivate you to get out there and enjoy physical activity. Perhaps Pickleball or Tai Chi, or a round of golf will pique you interest.
Eliminating Stress
Untreated stress can lead to numerous chronic health conditions. It might be difficult, but carving out time to relax, take a bath, take a walk, or do deep breathing exercises can reduce anxiety significantly, and over time, you will most likely notice that these personal care methods will help you to become calmer throughout the day.
To overcome stress, we need a well-rounded treatment protocol that incorporates medication (if necessary), stress management, nutrition, high-quality sleep, exercise, meditation, hormone balancing, and other therapies to help stabilize our body and brain.
Speaking to your health care provider is critical before starting any new exercise or making dietary changes.
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Oasis Senior Advisors
(239) 218-7739
OasisSeniorAdvisors.com
Lower-SW-Florida
3739 Milano Lakes Circle #408
Naples, FL 34114
