Staying physically and mentally fit can result in a much happier, healthier you.
Read on to learn more about adding years to your life with these doctor-approved secrets.
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Give your skin proper TLC
Let’s start with the outside.
Thecondition of your skinis quite telling.Wrinkles, fine lines, and skin discoloration can make you appear older.
But there are many other things that can help reduce the appearance ofaging skin."
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And don’t feel like you’re too busy to get in some exercise!
It’s so important to stay away from processed foods and food items that contain added sugars.
Consuming a lot of plant-based foods is the way to go.
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While you’re at it, keep any alcohol consumption light and moderate.
Some of these include regular mammograms, pap smears, cholesterol and blood pressure readings, and colonoscopies.
Take any prescribed medicines, and follow disease prevention guidelines.
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Some of these include the pneumonia vaccine (at the recommended age) and flu shot.
Have a positive attitude
Don’t have the assumption that your genetics are pre-determining your lifespan.
With some genes, you get what you get.
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For example, there isn’t much you could do to change your eye color.
Eat healthy, remain active, and avoid unhealthy things, like smoking and not protecting your skin.
Genetics aren’t a givensimply live the healthiest lifestyle you possibly can.
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Dr. Bohl says taking care of yourself is not hard work.
He recommends, “Stay connected to the healthcare system.
The guidelines sometimes change, so remember to ask each time and not just once.”
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