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Healthy Aging
By
Lynn Serper |
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is a big difference between being healthy and feeling
healthy, yet, in both situations taking care of ourselves is
of utmost importance. As we grow older, there are many
conditions that cause imbalance within ourselves – loss of
friends, family, health and even independence. Healthy
aging, however, can still occur with an idea, a plan and a
few easy tips, so that we can take better care of ourselves.
In the past, cultural myths described “old age” as a time of
poor health and disability. In fact, we’ve often heard of
the phrase “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” In
truth, that belief has been debunked. Research has shown
that you can, not only teach new tricks to old dogs, but
also that old humans are very able learners.
As we age, we often forget to pay attention to healthy
nutrition and hydration. It’s important to fuel the body
well. Good nutrition has been shown to invigorate body cells
and energy. High quality nourishment fires-up the human
engine. Eat well and don’t forget hydration.
Physical exercise has been shown to be vital for healthy
aging. Not only will you strengthen your physical and mental
health, but you’ll also notice an increase in daily
get-up-and-go. It can be no more than a simple walk or arm
and leg lifts as you sit. Just move your body in a way
that’s comfortable to you and you will feel more
comfortable!
Learn! Learn! Learn! Keeping your mind sharp is a must for
healthy aging. Whether you like to read, play games, do
puzzles, or visit new places, gathering new ideas or
conjuring new thoughts will stimulate your brain cells and
help them grow. Even if an individual is struggling with
cognitive loss, they still house working brain cells that
love stimulation. Learning or seeing something new,
especially with other people, will make you and your brain
happy.
Eleanor Roosevelt described aging as finding ways to
reinvent her life or herself. Following this inspiration,
find a thing you enjoy and do it, find a person you’re fond
of and be with him or her, find healthy foods that taste
good and make them to eat. The bottomline goal for healthy
aging is to take care of you with love and care. Have a good
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About The Author
Lynn Lazarus Serper, EdD, is president of Brain
Enhancement Services, Inc., and founder of The Serper
Method™, a nationally recognized workbook program for brain
enrichment. She can be reached by email at lynnserper@
serpermethod.com, or by telephone at (800) 240-3778.
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