As much as the elderly want to enjoy a relaxed and stress-free life in retirement, old age has a way of making it difficult for them to achieve that. Other than just weakening of bones and muscles, aging also brings along a myriad of other health concerns which prevents them from making the most of their golden years. So much for an easy retirement, it becomes increasingly difficult and expensive to stay healthy at this stage.

While that may be the case in general, the good news is that some measures can still be taken. Even though these means cannot prevent the advancement of age, it can, at the very least, slow down its effects and help in the prevention of serious health issues. Moreover, these activities are not strenuous and can be done by pretty much everyone.

So, without much further ado, here they are:

• Go for a healthy diet- With how many food options that we have these days, it’s so easy to just choose the ones that taste good or are easily accessible despite being not so health-friendly. But remember, eating healthy is so much more crucial at this point in our lives. This is very important because with the right kind of food, not only can you maintain strong bones and muscles, it can also keep your mind sharp and boost your immune system. If you still want to do the things you love, this is a must.

As to what food to eat, the general rule of thumb is to choose more fruits and vegetables. However, as food needs and restrictions may vary from person to person, it is best to consult your doctor and your nutritionist to come up with a suitable diet for your body.

• Go for an active lifestyle- Eating right is not enough. It is only the beginning. To get better results, we need to supplement our diet with sufficient physical activities and work outs. But this does not mean that you have to go to the gym and do some strenuous exercises. There are a lot of other activities we can do to get our daily dose of exercise such as walking, jogging, stretching, and even just cleaning around the house. Doing simple activities like these can produce wonders for your body like keeping it strong, flexible, and healthy. What more, studies have shown that it also helps you keep a healthy state of mind by reducing stress and improving sleep.

As to how much exercise is necessary for the elderly, experts’ advice 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise every day would be ideal. But then again, it may vary from person to person so to be on the safe side, it would be best to consult with an expert to determine a suitable exercises and workout time.

• Go for regular check-ups- As people get older, they become more vulnerable and prone to more diseases. As such, whether it your dentist, cardiologist, psychologist, and your general physician, make sure to have your regular check-ups. This is important because doing this will keep you up to speed of the changes in your body’s health and wellness. By knowing the state of your body, you are able to determine which foods and activities are suited for you and you can act accordingly.

Aside from this, having regular dates with your doctors will allow you to catch diseases much earlier. With this, you have more time to prepare and decide on the proper course of action you should take.

• Go for a stress-free lifestyle- While stress is a regular part of our lives, too much of it can cause our mind and body to suffer. Many studies have proven that stress not only affects your mentality but also your general health. As such, it is important to manage our stress levels to promote a healthy life. Other than steps 1, 2, and 3, it also helps to maintain healthy relationships and cutting off bad habits like vices and other addictions. Another good way to cope with stress is to find healthy hobbies and activities such as painting, dancing, gardening, and the like.

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