September is Healthy Aging Month! The underlying theme for the month is “it is never too late to achieve a better quality of life” and the focus is on passion for life rather than the perils and diseases of adulthood.
Healthy Aging month was created in 1992 to draw attention to healthy, active lifestyles at any age and to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging. During the month of September, the 45-plus age group is encourage to rejuvenate and get going on positive measures that can impact their lives, to follow their passion, to improve their physical, mental, social and financial health, and to happily looks forward to what’s next in life.
Living a healthy lifestyle begins with good nutrition to deliver quality vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients to fight illness and help keep bones, eyes, and vital organs working strong. Here are a few quick tips for getting necessary nutrients:
- Eat 50% fruits and vegetables: Strive for at least five servings of fruits and veggies daily.
- Get 25% in lean proteins: Good examples are fish, poultry, lean beef, low-fat dairy products, beans or tofu.
- Get another 25% from whole or enriched grains: Fortified cereals, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, and whole grain breads are good choices.
- Choose your drinks wisely: Fluids like water and low-fat milk should be your primary beverages.
- Consider supplements: The vast majority of adults do not meet 100% of their nutrient requirements and should therefore consider adding supplements, such as, a broad-based vitamin and mineral supplement as well as antioxidants, phytonutrients, calcium, magnesium and vitamin D.
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“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.” Betty Friedan
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Althea
Althea A. McLeish Wilson, RN, MSN
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