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his month is the time to celebrate life and turn over a new leaf. September is Healthy Aging Month, a month dedicated to helping individuals gain a more positive outlook about growing older. The Healthy Aging Campaign was established 15 years ago to help everyone become aware of their physical and mental health, diet, social skills and even financial situations; all factors that contribute to successful aging. But, at the core, the message here applies to everyone at all ages: build a foundation early on with the principles of good health for continued well being at every age. Do you ever wake up and think "Wow, I don't feel as young as I used to?" It's a sentiment shared by people of every age group.
Fortunately, it doesn't matter if you're 20 or 60 — feeling fit and aging well can be a reality with the right mindset and proper exercise and nutrition.
Young adults: Up to age 30 Starting a career, getting married, buying a home — these are just a few big life events people in this age category often experience. It also means less time to focus on fitness, and often an increase in unhealthy eating on the go. Physical activity: Young adults should do what they enjoy most, fitting it in on a regular basis, suggests Tavis Piattoly, a sports dietitian and nutritionist. "Any form of physical exercise and exertion is beneficial for the cardiovascular system, but adults under 30 usually like sports,�
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fast food as much as possible. Prevention should be the focus." Supplements: A multivitamin and probiotic supplements can also be helpful, according to Piattoly.
Middle age: 30 to 50 In this age bracket, regular checkups with a physician are more important than ever. The stress of having children and growing a career can take a toll. Eating out due to lack of time becomes common and can cause weight gain. Physical activity: Regular strength training three to five days per week to prevent the progression of muscle loss that begins around age 35, according to Piattoly. "For cardiovascular-related exercises, it is important to do what you enjoy as you are more likely to stay motivated and consistent," he says. "Yoga is recommended for those individuals who are looking to balance stress." Nutrition: "It's important to eat smaller more frequent meals throughout the day, such as every three to four hours, and to make sure a source of lean protein is included at every meal and snack," Piattoly says. "Protein is more thermogenic than fat and carbohydrates, so your body burns more calories when consuming protein." Supplements: In addition what is recommended for the young adult group, Piattoly suggests vitamin D and turmeric extract, a great natural anti-inflammatory agent, for 30 to 50-year-olds.
Boomers: 50 plus People of this age are concerned with their health and risk for disease due to family history or lifestyle factors from their youth. Additionally, progressive loss of muscle mass and weaker bones increases risk for injury. Physical activity: Regular strength training three to five days per week prevents the progression of muscle loss and maintains good bone strength to prevent falls, Piattoly recommends. "For cardiovascular-related exercises, it is important to do what you enjoy as you are more likely to stay motivated and consistent," he says. "You can still participate in cardiovascularrelated sports like tennis and basketball. For lower-impact sports that are easier on the joints, I like swimming and cycling." Nutrition: "Since the immune system is not as strong as it once was for this age group, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is key, such as five to 10 servings per day," Piattoly says. "Protein is also a critical nutrient for the preservation of muscle mass. I usually recommend making a smoothie or shake at least once a day, which can include protein powder, fruit and some veggies." Supplements: A vitamin D supplement for bone health and, potentially, calcium for osteoporosis, and creatine to reduce the risk of age-related muscle decline are worthwhile considerations.
For all ages Adopt a healthy routine. The longest living folks tend to have a fondness for daily and weekly routines. Routines that feature healthy diets, exercise and connecting with others are key. In addition, one study found 75 percent make it a point to laugh or giggle everyday and 60 percent meditate or practice some spiritual activity each day.
hen it comes to good health, everyone knows the steps to take, whether it’s making time to get to the gym, researching the latest superfoods, and so forth. While these avenues to health certainly can be beneficial, we also can turn to many health boosters in our own homes to help us achieve our goals of living healthier lifestyles. Lemon water: Lemon water is now being touted as a beneficial addition to one’s daily diet. Lemon water can help reduce acidity in the body, including removing uric acid, a main cause of inflammation. Lemons contain pectin fiber, which can aid in weight loss by helping to fight hunger pangs. Lemons also contain a load of vitamin C, which can give the immune system a boost. Yogurt: Probiotic pills can help return healthy bacteria to the digestive system, but so can eating yogurt regularly. Look for yogurts that contain live and active cultures for optimal benefit. Bicycle: Dust off that bicycle that has been hiding in your garage. Cycling is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise, and riders can tailor their intensity levels to correlate to their ages and abilities. Many folks — kids and adults — find cycling an enjoyable form of activity because it gets them outside and often doesn’t feel like exercise. Fruits and vegetables: Produce offers many of the vitamins and minerals people look to supplements to provide. Including diverse fruit and vegetable choices in one’s diet can improve health in various ways, including providing a boost to the immune system. Honey: Honey is a valuable superfood that can boost overall health. In addition to soothing sore throats, it can serve as an antibiotic and wound healer, provide allergy protection, increase calcium absorption, and provide a source of energy without the insulin spike associated with other forms of sugar. Just remember, don't give honey to infants under one year old.
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Myth: Fruits and vegetables contain more disease-fighting antioxidants than tea. Fact: Research indicates that tea has about 10 times the amount of antioxidants of vegetables and fruit. Individuals who consume reduced-calorie diets often find tea that is a good, no-calorie source of antioxidants. Myth: Antioxidants can turn back aging. Fact: Antioxidants may contribute to personal longevity, but they cannot reverse signs of aging. Antioxidants have been known to neutralize free radicals in the body that can contribute to many different diseases, including various forms of cancer. Myth: Tea never goes bad. Fact: It may take some time for properly stored tea to spoil, but the level of antioxidants in tea does begin to diminish after a few months. Research by the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry indicates catechins in green tea decrease by 32 percent in just six months. Tea is most beneficial to human health when it is consumed within six months of its production. Myth: Tea has much less caffeine than coffee. Fact: The amount of caffeine in tea can vary. The average amount of caffeine in tea ranges from 14 to 61 mg per eight-ounce cup. Coffee, on the other hand, can contain between 27 and 200 mg per serving. Myth: Hot tea is better for you than cold tea. Fact: As long as the tea is steeped in water long enough, both hot and cold tea provide the same bang for your buck.
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Award, the center averages a “door-to-balloon-time� of approximately 62 minutes, which is 28 minutes faster than the national standard door-to-balloon time benchmark of 90 minutes. (Door-to-balloon time is the time measured in minutes from the moment the patient walks in the door to the point the artery in the heart is re-opened with a stent.) Electrophysiologists at the center use advanced technologies to provide timely, accurate diagnoses and therapies to treat a range of cardiac arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms). Services include diagnostic studies, implanta-
tion and testing of pacemakers and cardioverter defibrillators, and radio-frequency catheter ablation for the treatment of potentially fatal irregular heartbeats. The center’s clinical and non-invasive cardiologists specialize in trans-thoracic echocardiogram (a non-invasive, highly accurate and quick assessment of the overall health of the heart, in which a probe is placed on the chest wall of the patient to produce images of the heart); transesophageal echocardiogram (which uses a specialized probe containing an ultrasound transducer at its tip that is passed into the esophagus and is used to provide clear views of areas of the heart that would be difficult to view transthoracically); and stress echocardiogram (which involves exercising on a treadmill or stationary bicycle while the patient is monitored by technology using high-frequency sound waves that produces a graphic outline of the heart’s movement, valves, and chambers). Additional cardiac imaging services offered by the center include nuclear cardiology (which generates images of the heart at work, during exercise, and at rest) and diagnostic peripheral vascular ultrasound (noninvasive diagnostic technique used to evaluate the health of blood vessels) for patients with peripheral arterial disease. For more information about the Center for Cardiovascular Health or to schedule a consultation, call 1-877-SouthNassau (768-8462). Comments or questions regarding this column can be sent to healthmatters@snch.org. South Nassau Communities Hospital, Oceanside 877-768-8462
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