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Adoptingnew habits
from South September 2020
by Times Media
ADOPTING NEW HABITS
The Covid-19 pandemic has the nation thinking, more than ever, about health issues and how they impact on our lives.
People understand this virus can be extremely debilitating, even deadly, especially when it comes to the elderly. Perhaps we feel safe in some form oflockdown but for many people this is also a frustratingtime, and one in which it is easy to let bad habits take hold.
But rather than become downhearted why not reflect on, and perhaps change, lifestyle choices which may significantly influence one’s health and longevity?
Often, habits that need to be implemented in order to live a longer, more satisfyinglife are easier to adopt than one thinks. While the adjacent will assist the elderly in particular, everyone can benefit from this advice either while beinglargely confined to the home or when greater freedoms occur. ADOPTING NEW, HEALTHIER HABITS CAN HAVE MULTIPLE PAYOFFS, ALLOWING YOU TO REAP SUBSTANTIAL BENEFITS AND ENHANCE THE QUALIT Y AND LENGTH OF YOUR LIFE.
Don’t smoke. Smoking cases does) contribute can (and in may to severe and potentially fatal health problems. Stay active. While regular exercise is known to enhance body and mind, it’s important for older adults to engage in at least 150 minutes of aerobic activity every week. In addition, regularly stretching helps maintain mobility and prevent falls. Eat healthy. Your diet should be rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Avoid overeating, opt for plant proteins and eliminate saturated and trans fats but don’t avoid ret meat altogether.
Get outside. Sunshine is mood and health. Being good for outdoors also encourages activity Keep learning. Challenge your mind with problem-solving activities and puzzles. This will keep the mind active and interested. It can also reduce the risk of dementia and improve cognition in the elderly. Build friendships. A strong social network helps prevent depression, loneliness and cognitive decline. While club activities and larger gatherings may be on hold, it is still possible to gather with family or, perhaps, neighbours while keeping physical distancing in mind. Younger people should ensure they stay in touch with older members of the family. The likes of Skype and Zoom may be an option for daily chats.
Be proactive. Always contact your doctor if you have a health concern even if its seems ‘like nothing’ –preventive care may forestall a bigger problem! A regular doctor’s visit will also help manage a problem should it turn out to be serious.
Dental care. Poor oral hygiene can lead to mouth cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Remember to brush teeth twice a day, floss daily and visit a dentist regularly.
Sleep well (or try to!). Seven to eight hours of quality sleep every night is crucial for regulating cell function and healing your body. Mitigate stress. Stress increase the likelihood stroke and depression. and anxiety of heart disease, Counter these risks with optimism and laughter.
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