How to Live Your Best Life
Posted: Wednesday, November 05, 2008
by Amy Sherman
http://www.bummedoutboomer.com
Baby boomers are always trying to feel younger and be healthier.
The most effective way to do this is by following a healthy lifestyle that includes a healthy way of thinking and behaving. If you were to make some changes to improve the quality of your life, you would be doing the following:
1. Be engaged in activities you love. Some say that "Variety is the spice of life" and that is so true. If you volunteer, join clubs, take continuing education classes, etc. you will be improving cognitive function and lowering your chances for being depressed, lonely and bored.
Never skip breakfast since this, too, will slow metabolism and deplete your body of energy and motivation.
3. Notice your nutritional intake. A daily regimen of vitamins and mineral supplements, like calcium, magnesium, and omega 3 fatty acids, will meet the requirements for maintaining bone health, plus support a healthy heart and lower cholesterol levels. Also, eating foods higher in fiber (whole grains, fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds) will help to regulate your digestion. To reap the benefits of fiber without the side effects, spread the fiber out over all your meals. Remember that high quality protein is essential for building a strong immune system, capable of fighting off illness.
4. Your emotional outlook on life is just as important as your diet and exercise. Therefore, be passionate about life. Researchers a t Columbia University in New York City, report that stressing over things may increase levels of brains chemicals linked to diabetes and high blood pressure.
Therefore, stop worrying, because you don't want to overtax your body, leaving you fatigued and spent.
It's never too late to make the most out of life and to build the kind of habits that will give you the best possible chance for slowing the aging process. As always, consult with your doctor before making any changes, but be your best advocate, by making a commitment to change your life in order to make it your best life as a "younger", healthier person.
Amy Sherman is the author of "Distress-Free Aging: A Boomer's Guide to Creating a Fulfilled and Purposeful Life." Go to http://www.bummedoutboomer.com for more information.
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