Looking for easy ways to boost your well-being? Here are four simple lifestyle tips you can incorporate into your daily routine:
· Eat high-fiber foods: Including fiber-rich foods in your diet is essential for digestive health. Fiber also helps reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. Think whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes.
· Stay active: Regular physical activity offers both immediate and long-term health benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Fun fact: Some Medicare plans even offer gym memberships*!
· Get your Vitamin D: Vitamin D supports strong bones, muscle function, and a healthy immune system. You can find it in fortified orange juice, milk, cod liver oil, and fatty fish like salmon.
· Stay hydrated: Proper hydration is key to good health—especially for older adults, who may be more susceptible to dehydration. Water-rich foods like watermelon, cucumbers, lettuce, and strawberries can help, as well as consuming broths and soups.
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Sources:
· https://acl.gov/sites/default/files/nutrition/Nutrition-Needs_Fiber_FINAL-2.19-FINAL_508.pdf
· https://bucknerwestminster.org/news-blog/foods-elderly-should-avoid/#:~:text=One of the most important,increased risk of heart disease.
· https://acl.gov/sites/default/files/nutrition/Nutrition-Needs_Vitamin-D_FINAL_508.pdf
· https://www.ncoa.org/article/how-to-stay-hydrated-for-better-health/
· https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/health-benefits/older-adults.html
