As we age, our risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, cancer and dementia also increases. But don’t worry, because healthy aging is possible. All it takes is adopting and maintaining a few key behaviors, which can in turn help older adults live longer, healthier lives.
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However, there is no harm in adopting these lifestyle habits early. After all, prevention is better than cure. Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, MD, Cardiology, a functional medicine physician, in an Instagram post shared on November 4, listed 3 things about aging that everyone gets wrong; So that you can avoid them and improve your overall health as you age.
What does everyone get wrong about aging?
Sharing the video, Dr. Bhojraj wrote, “20 years as a cardiologist and no one believes me when I tell them…these 3 things everyone gets wrong about aging.” Here are three things a cardiologist said:
1. Most people think that aging is caused by wrinkles, metabolism, or ‘just genetics’. But after studying the heart for two decades, I can tell you that’s not the case.
2. The truth is that your heart tells your age much before your face. And most of the people are increasing the speed of that clock without thinking.
3. It’s not about what you eat occasionally: It’s the daily habits you consider ‘healthy’ that are actually aging your cells, your arteries, and your energy.
How to increase longevity?
Now that you know these factors regarding aging, it is also essential to educate yourself about habits that can promote longevity. Dr. Jeremy London, MD, a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with over 25 years of clinical experience, highlighted 5 habits that boost longevity in a Nov. 4 Instagram post.
He stressed the importance of exercising daily, eating a healthy and nutritious diet, getting adequate rest and recovery, maintaining meaningful relationships, and incorporating sauna or heat therapy. Learn more about how these habits can help you here.
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions you may have about a medical condition.
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