Healthy Aging and Preventive Measures

One important aspect of healthy aging is taking preventive measures to stay healthy. The chances of chronic and severe diseases increase as we age

One important aspect of healthy aging is taking preventive measures to stay healthy.  The chances of chronic and severe diseases increase as we age but we can help avoid some of the effects of aging by staying healthy.  Much of the disability, pain, illnesses, and death can be avoided if a person lives a healthy life style and takes preventive measures to stay healthy.

Anyone who is aging will benefit from eating a healthy diet, refraining from smoking or using tobacco products, remaining physically active and having regular immunizations for flu and pneumonia.  Much of the disabilities and pains of chronic diseases can be reduced by using preventive medicine. 

Early detection of any disease may increase the chance of fighting the disease and its complications.  Screening for breast, colorectal, prostate, and other cancers are important to aging adults.  You should also be screened regularly for diabetes, cardiovascular problems, and osteoporosis. 

Chronic diseases can cause a heavy financial burden on aging adults and their families.  If they do not have resources to pay for their own care, it can also mean a financial load for state and federal governments.  Practicing healthy living habits while you are young will decrease your risk of having a weakening condition that can affect your quality of life or cause death. 

Much still needs to be done in finding ways to respond to the needs of aging Americans.  It is estimated by the year 2030, one in every five American will be older than 65 years old.  Research needs to be done to find causes of Alzheimer's disease, psychiatric disorders, Parkinson's disease, and other common ailments suffered by aging adults.  Scientists and researches are looking for ways to prevent or reduce risk causes or delay the onset of serious age related conditions. 

Physical exercise is an important part of preventing early signs of aging and chronic illness.  If you have exercised all of your life, do not stop when you begin to age.  That's when you should continue to be physically active.  It may mean you will not be doing those heavy cardiovascular workouts but you can and should remain physically active. 

If you have not been in the practice of a daily physical workout, now is the time to begin.  You can begin with light physical activities.  Try walking; just a walk around the block can help.  You can add more distance and time as your body becomes used to the extra movement.  Other forms of exercise may be golfing, tennis, gardening, and climbing stairs instead of using the elevator. 

Healthy Living With Kraft If you are feeling ill, take a friend or spouse with you. It is easier to remember what the doctor says if there are two of you listening. Take notes, or have them take notes. This will help you remember all the information your doctor gives you. If you do not understand something the doctor says, don't be afraid to ask questions.

 

Keeping your mind sharp is another important part of healthy aging.  Keep your mind active, read, do puzzles, and do other mental activities that will keep your brain sharp and active. 

Take part in social activities and stay active with family and friends.  All of these activities will help you age healthy and gracefully.  And laugh!  A good laugh can help release stress and tension and ease depression.  Laughter is a good medicine and will help you live a higher quality of life!

Companion Remedies for General Health

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Aqua-Rite - Promote water balance and support the cardiovascular system
Cholesto-Rite - Support healthy cholesterol levels & cardiovascular health
Cardio-Klenz - A newly developed micro-nutriment designed to help artery and heart health.
Choest-Natural - To help you safely and naturally address the problem of high cholesterol AND also help to reduce triglycerides.
Circu-Live - Promote healthy circulation
Immunity Plus - For full immune system support
Managing Stress & Anxiety - A recent study showed that medical students who learned techniques used in this program significantly reduced stress. And blood samples revealed their immune systems became stronger the more they practiced the techniques!
Detox Drops - Promote elimination of toxins and naturally flush out the system
KiddieBoost - Support healthy immune functioning in children
Viral-Protec - an excellent formula, helping give your immune system that extra 'edge' when it is needed.
MindSoothe - Promotes balanced mood and feelings, as well as healthy levels of serotonin and other neurotransmitters
PureCalm - Aids nervous system in stress resistance for balanced moods and feelings of well being
Serenite Plus - Promotes healthy sleep and peaceful nights
AdaptoZen - Herbal adaptogens to support a healthy ph balance in the body
Bio-Oxidate Defense - Natural herbal antioxidant supplement to support the common aging process
Pre-Party Protect - Natural remedy to support healthy routine liver cleanses and optimal liver health
VitaliTonic - Natural vitality remedy to support healthy energy for older adults

Healthy Aging Issues Today

01/06/2009
New assessment technique lets scientists see brain aging before symptoms appear (PhysOrg)
UCLA scientists have used innovative brain-scan technology developed at UCLA, along with patient-specific information on Alzheimer's disease risk, to help diagnose brain aging, often before symptoms appear. Published in the January issue of Archives of General Psychiatry, their study may offer a more accurate method for tracking brain aging.

New assessment technique lets scientists see brain aging before symptoms appear (PhysOrg)

01/06/2009
Crews rush to replace aging electric cables (Georgia Public Broadcasting News)
An update now on the underground explosion in downtown Savannah last month. Georgia Power says it's expediting replacing 50- to 80-year old electrical cables beneath Savannah's streets. The December 29th blast was linked to aging cables. It was the second blast of its kind – the first in August. No one was hurt in either blast. The company says it will send extra crews to replace the cables by ...

Crews rush to replace aging electric cables (Georgia Public Broadcasting News)

01/06/2009
Seniors, caregivers to discuss aging at forum (Lake County Journals)
LAKE COUNTY JOURNALS GRAYSLAKE – Lake County seniors, caregivers, and their advocates will discuss federal and state issues concerning aging at a legislative forum from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9.

Seniors, caregivers to discuss aging at forum (Lake County Journals)

01/06/2009
Seniors, caregivers to discuss aging at forum (Lake County Journals)
LAKE COUNTY JOURNALS GRAYSLAKE – Lake County seniors, caregivers, and their advocates will discuss federal and state issues concerning aging at a legislative forum from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9.

Seniors, caregivers to discuss aging at forum (Lake County Journals)

01/06/2009
'Healthy Aging' session at library set for seniors (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pearl City Public Library is scheduled to host "Healthy Aging: Learn How to Prevent Falls," a free interactive demonstration program for seniors and interested adults on Jan. 22.

'Healthy Aging' session at library set for seniors (Honolulu Advertiser)

01/06/2009
Assessment Technique Lets Scientists See Brain Aging Before Symptoms Appear (Newswise)
UCLA scientists have used innovative brain-scan technology developed at UCLA, along with patient-specific information on Alzheimer's disease risk, to help diagnose brain aging, often before symptoms appear.

Assessment Technique Lets Scientists See Brain Aging Before Symptoms Appear (Newswise)