We all know that exercise is good for you. And a nutritious, well-balanced diet is important for our health and well-being as well. By now, you've probably hear that loneliness and social isolation are major risks to healthy aging. But there are still common questions that persist. Should I get the flu shot? What is the best advice for pain relief? And so on...
There is in fact, an overwhelming amount of information out there covering tips and advice for aging well. It doesn't have to be confusing though! We've compiled the bottom line messages from some of our top read Blog Posts below!
Healthy aging: The bottom line
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Diet contributes more to weight loss than exercise
Adults who exercise for the minimum recommended 150 minutes a week are still at risk of poor health if they regularly sit for long stretches of time
Too much salt is bad for you. Processed food is the main culprit
Exercise can reduce the symptoms of depression
Back pain? Keep moving, exercise actually helps
Be cautious with opioids for pain relief
The flu shot is recommended and the benefits for older adults are supported by research
Many people don't plan ahead for their end of life wishes, but speaking up is important
Many older adults are socially isolated. This should be of concern to all of us, as family members, caregivers, service providers, or neighbours
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