Healthy Aging

Healthy Aging WomenWhat to do and how to do it

Presented by: Brenda Smith

Healthy Lifestyle ChoicesRegular exerciseUnwinding the mindHealthy diet planPositive thinkingHealthy skincare

Regular ExerciseKeep the workout simple and at your levelSelect the right weights and repetitions for youYoga is a good option for relaxation at any ageExercise entire body at least three times per weekJoin a class to learn the correct movements for your body

Unwinding the MindDrinking 8-10 glasses of water a day At least 8 hours of restful sleepGoing for a walk to unwindPractice breathing exercisesListen to relaxing musicSpend time with friends

Healthy Diet PlanFruits and vegetablesWhole grains, like oatmeal, whole-wheat bread, and brown riceFat-free or low-fat milk and cheeseSeafood, lean meats, poultry, and eggsBeans, nuts, and seeds

Positive ThinkingLook at a glass as half full rather than half emptyTry to have a smile on your face, not a frownLook on the bright side of lifeFill your mind with positive thoughts"Many of life's failures are people who had not realized how close they were to success when they gave up." ~ Thomas A. Edison

Healthy SkincareLimit sun exposure and use sunscreenSmoking accelerates skin aging, causing wrinklesUse liquid facial cleanser to clean facial skinMoisturizers with emollients hydrate the skin

Resources:www.swedishcaresforwomen.org www.healthy-aging-for-women-babyboomers.comhttp://womenshealth.gov/aging/http://www.divinecaroline.com/22188/106018-thinking-positivelywww.beautifulandlovely.comhttp://healthyliving.azcentral.com

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