1. Diet
Eat plenty of fresh, non-processed foods, drink 64 ounces of water every day, and limit caffeine and alcohol intake.
2. Exercise
Get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity weekly, or 30 minutes most days. Also get two-to-three 20-30 minute sessions of strength-training per week, focusing on major muscle groups.
3. Sleep.
Try to get 7-8 hours every night and try to keep a regular sleep-wake cycle – go to bed and get up at the same time every day.
4. Socialization
It reduces stress and anxiety and improves mental functioning – and that helps guard against depression, heart disease and dementia.
5. Have a primary care physician.
Annual visits are important for all ages because they are intended to detect disease early, before it leads to serious consequences.
