More than 60 years? Stop doing these things for your health now
Stop before it's too late.
Staying healthy can help get us into the golden years, but we are not at any time at home. Make good health choices can prolong your life and improve your quality of life, at any time.age. And be vigilant about certain things can be particularly useful after the average age. Read it to discover health mistakes Experts say you should never do after 60 years and to ensure your health and health of others, do not miss theseSure sign that you have "Long" Covid and may even know.
Settle for inadequate sleep
It's a myth we need lessto sleep as we get older. In fact, it's crucial for good health and longer life. This is because the body repairs itself during sleep, sweeping the toxins, repair cell damage and set various systems. Poor eyes have been linked to weight gain, diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, even with dementia. The experts, including the National Sleep Foundation, recommend you to get seven to nine hours of sleep one night. If you have problems, your doctor can help you.
Let go of yourself become alone
Just like a bad sleep, loneliness is not something you should simply accept the role of age. Experts believe that social isolation causes a stressed response in the body, which can lead to inflammation and an impaired immune system. The research found that loneliness can increase the risk of adult dementia by 50% over 50% and can increase the risk of cancer (and bad prognosis). Give priority to regular socialization with dear friends and beings, joining groups of activities or volunteers.
Vaccinations
Get your Booster Covid-19 shot when it's time - the chance to be hospitalized or die of respiratory diseases such as influenza, pneumonia and COVID increase with age. Meanwhile, make sure you get all other recommended vaccines for people over 60 years old. The CDC says that each adult should get aannual influenza vaccineAnd people over 60 should make a priority. The CDC also recommends twoPneumococcal pneumonia vaccinesfor seniors aged 65 and over, and two doses ofShingle vaccineFor people over 50 years old.
Avoid the dentist
Periodontal disease - which affects bones and gums around teeth - is a more and more condition in recent years. If left untreated, this can lead to a loss of teeth. In addition, studies have connected periodontal disease to other health problems such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Consult your dentist regularly and make sure they measure your gums and see your X-rays for any sign of bone loss.
5 Skip regular exercises
Skip regular exercises
Experts say that exercise regularly improves muscle tone and mass, decreases bone loss, improves memory, increases metabolism and improves sleep - all too useful after 60 years. Conversely, sedentary increases your risk of obesity, type 2 diabetic, stroke and cardiovascular disease.
TheAmerican Heart AssociationRecommends 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise (or 75 minutes of strong exercise) every week. Some examples of moderate intensity exercises include fast walking, dance or gardening; The vigorous exercise includes running, swimming, hiking or cycling.
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