{"id":13279,"date":"2024-09-09T15:30:11","date_gmt":"2024-09-09T15:30:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=13279"},"modified":"2024-09-09T15:45:54","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T15:45:54","slug":"11-steps-to-healthier-aging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2024\/09\/09\/11-steps-to-healthier-aging\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Steps to Healthier Aging"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13280 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"11 Steps to Healthier Aging \" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2024\/09\/iStock-1339327969-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Staying healthy as we age is not just about adding years to your life; it\u2019s about adding life to your years. From enhancing your quality of life to reducing the risk of chronic illnesses, the benefits of making health a priority are numerous and invaluable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2024\/09\/09\/11-steps-to-healthier-aging\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cSeptember is Healthy Aging Month, and with some mindful choices and proactive steps, you can maintain your vitality, strength, and mental clarity well into your later years,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/marie-kairys-md\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Marie Kairys, MD, FAAFP<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a primary care physician with\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-care-alliance?_gl=1*aqe65j*_gcl_au*MTQ1NDEzMzUzLjE3MTgxMzA0ODY.*_ga*OTAyODI5NTMuMTcxODEzMDQ4Ng..*_ga_Q7FC98J25G*MTcyMTY2NzE0MS4zNy4xLjE3MjE2Njc0NTYuMC4wLjA.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cooper Care Alliance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. \u201cIt\u2019s never too late to start building healthy habits\u2014big or small.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are some tips to get you started.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">#1 &#8211; Eat healthy. <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fill your plate with nutrient-dense foods. Opt for lean meats, such as chicken, and fatty fish, such as salmon and mackerel, which have high levels of omega-3 fatty acids \u2013 \u201chealthy fats\u201d that support heart, brain and cell health. Pile on the fruits and veggies, including berries and dark green leafy choices, like kale and spinach. Avoid deli meat and foods with added sugar and excess salt.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><strong>#2 &#8211;<\/strong> <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Maintain a healthy weight.<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 44.3% of adults 40 to 59 years old and 41.5% of adults 60 and older are obese. If you are overweight and find it difficult to lower the numbers on the scale, talk to your health care provider, who can advise you on safe weight-loss strategies.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>#3 &#8211; Get stronger.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> As we age, we lose muscle mass, and simple things like standing on one leg or getting up from a chair can become more difficult. Many people notice this decline in their 50s, but you can counter it with simple strength-building exercises. Using free weights or exercise bands can help. Exercises like planks, push-ups, and squats also build muscle. As a bonus, strength training can increase your metabolism and make your bones sturdier.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>#4 &#8211; Know your numbers.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Your health care provider will likely order baseline bloodwork and do simple tests, like taking your blood pressure, during your annual physical. These tests will help to track your blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight. Checking these stats can help you prevent or monitor chronic conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, which are common in older adults. \u201cIf you haven\u2019t had a wellness visit for a while, now is a great time to call your doctor\u2019s office and make an appointment,\u201d Dr. Kairys says.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><strong>#5 &#8211; <\/strong><\/span><strong>Protect your bones and joints.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> As we age, our bones and joints become stiffer and more brittle because \u00a0our body loses bone faster than it can \u00a0make new bone. But there are things we can do to slow down, and sometimes reverse, this decline. Losing weight, staying hydrated, and doing strength and flexibility exercises can help you build bones and the muscles that support them. And don\u2019t forget your feet! Be sure to wear comfortable shoes that provide good support and improve stability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>#6 &#8211; Pass up alcohol and tobacco.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Alcohol and tobacco have long been shown to increase risk of cancer. Around the age of 50, the immune system begins to weaken, making it harder for your body to fight off infections, cancer, and other conditions. Giving up alcohol and tobacco can slow that decline and provide many wellness benefits.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#7 &#8211; Get screened.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> It\u2019s important to talk to your health care professional about the appropriate testing for diseases and health conditions. Screening for colon and breast cancer and other diseases is especially vital if you have a family history of cancer, heart disease, or other chronic conditions. Identifying an illness early, when it is more treatable, increases your chances of positive outcomes and improved wellness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#8 &#8211; Improve your balance.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> According to the CDC, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">about 36 million older Americans fall annually. One out of five of these falls can cause a serious injury, such as broken bones or a head injury. Staying strong and having good balance can help to prevent tumbles. Simple exercises like standing on one foot while brushing your teeth can help you stay steady.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#9 &#8211; Get your Zs.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Multiple studies say we need seven to eight hours of sleep per night to maintain physical and mental wellness. If you have trouble getting the appropriate amount of rest, try simple steps like cutting down on caffeine and other stimulants and eating a lighter evening meal (and perhaps try having it a little earlier). It\u2019s also a good idea to talk to your health care provider, who can help determine if there is a health issue behind your sleeplessness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#10 &#8211; Keep your brain fit.<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> It\u2019s important to exercise your brain as well as your body if you want to stay sharp in your later years. Studies show that taking a class, picking up a new hobby, learning a new language, or memorizing written works like poems can slow cognitive decline. There are plenty of online and in-person adult learning offerings to choose from. Check with your local college adult education center. Senior and community centers may also offer learning opportunities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#11 &#8211; Expand your social life.<\/strong> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Studies show that people with an active social life are less likely to have memory problems. They are also less likely to feel lonely or become depressed. Try spending more time with family and friends, becoming more involved with your church, visiting your local community or senior center, or volunteering for your favorite cause.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cAging is a natural part of life, but how we age is largely up to us,\u201d Dr. Kairys says. By making healthy choices today\u2014eating well, staying active, and keeping up with regular health screenings\u2014we can help ensure that we don\u2019t miss out on life\u2019s adventures and continue to enjoy the activities we love.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Marie Z. Kairys, MD, FAAFP, is a primary care physician who cares for patients of all ages at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care&#8217;s<\/a> Cooper Care Alliance office in Delran, NJ. She is accepting new patients. Call <a href=\"tel:8565361515\">856.536.1515<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202for\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/request.cooperhealth.org\/request.php\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">click here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fto schedule an appointment today.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>11 pasos para un envejecimiento m\u00e1s saludable<\/h2>\n<p>Mantenerse saludable a medida que envejecemos no se trata s\u00f3lo de a\u00f1adir a\u00f1os a la vida; se trata de darle vida a tus a\u00f1os. Desde mejorar su calidad de vida hasta reducir el riesgo de enfermedades cr\u00f3nicas, los beneficios de hacer de la salud una prioridad son numerosos e invaluables.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Septiembre es el Mes del Envejecimiento Saludable y, con algunas decisiones conscientes y medidas proactivas, puede mantener su vitalidad, fuerza y \u200b\u200bclaridad mental hasta bien entrada la vejez&#8221;, dice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/marie-kairys-md\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Marie Kairys, MD, FAAFP<\/span><\/a>, m\u00e9dica de atenci\u00f3n primaria de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/cooper-care-alliance?_gl=1*aqe65j*_gcl_au*MTQ1NDEzMzUzLjE3MTgxMzA0ODY.*_ga*OTAyODI5NTMuMTcxODEzMDQ4Ng..*_ga_Q7FC98J25G*MTcyMTY2NzE0MS4zNy4xLjE3MjE2Njc0NTYuMC4wLjA.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cooper Care Alliance<\/span><\/a>. &#8220;Nunca es demasiado tarde para empezar a desarrollar h\u00e1bitos saludables, ya sean grandes o peque\u00f1os&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>A continuaci\u00f3n se ofrecen algunos consejos para empezar.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#1 &#8211; Come sano.<\/strong> Llena tu plato con alimentos ricos en nutrientes. Opte por carnes magras, como el pollo, y pescados grasos, como el salm\u00f3n y la caballa, que tienen altos niveles de \u00e1cidos grasos omega-3, \u201cgrasas saludables\u201d que favorecen la salud del coraz\u00f3n, el cerebro y las c\u00e9lulas. Apile frutas y verduras, incluidas bayas y opciones de hojas de color verde oscuro, como col rizada y espinacas. Evite las carnes fr\u00edas y los alimentos con az\u00facar agregada y exceso de sal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#2 &#8211; Mantenga un peso saludable.<\/strong> Seg\u00fan los Centros para el Control de Enfermedades (CDC), el 44,3% de los adultos de 40 a 59 a\u00f1os y el 41,5% de los adultos de 60 a\u00f1os o m\u00e1s son obesos. Si tiene sobrepeso y le resulta dif\u00edcil bajar los n\u00fameros de la b\u00e1scula, hable con su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica, quien podr\u00e1 aconsejarle sobre estrategias seguras para perder peso.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#3 &#8211; Hazte m\u00e1s fuerte.<\/strong> A medida que envejecemos, perdemos masa muscular y cosas simples como pararse sobre una pierna o levantarse de una silla pueden volverse m\u00e1s dif\u00edciles. Muchas personas notan este descenso a los 50 a\u00f1os, pero puedes contrarrestarlo con sencillos ejercicios de fortalecimiento. Usar pesas libres o bandas de ejercicio puede ayudar. Ejercicios como planchas, flexiones y sentadillas tambi\u00e9n desarrollan m\u00fasculos. Como beneficio adicional, el entrenamiento de fuerza puede aumentar su metabolismo y hacer que sus huesos sean m\u00e1s resistentes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#4 &#8211; Conozca sus n\u00fameros.<\/strong> Es probable que su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica ordene an\u00e1lisis de sangre de referencia y realice pruebas simples, como tomar su presi\u00f3n arterial, durante su examen f\u00edsico anual. Estas pruebas ayudar\u00e1n a realizar un seguimiento de su nivel de az\u00facar en sangre, presi\u00f3n arterial, colesterol y peso. Consultar estas estad\u00edsticas puede ayudarle a prevenir o controlar enfermedades cr\u00f3nicas, como la diabetes tipo 2 y las enfermedades card\u00edacas, que son comunes en los adultos mayores. &#8220;Si no ha tenido una visita de bienestar por un tiempo, ahora es un buen momento para llamar al consultorio de su m\u00e9dico y programar una cita&#8221;, dice la Dra. Kairys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#5 &#8211; Protege tus huesos y articulaciones.<\/strong> A medida que envejecemos, nuestros huesos y articulaciones se vuelven m\u00e1s r\u00edgidos y quebradizos porque nuestro cuerpo pierde hueso m\u00e1s r\u00e1pido de lo que puede producir hueso nuevo. Pero hay cosas que podemos hacer para frenar y, a veces, revertir este declive. Perder peso, mantenerse hidratado y hacer ejercicios de fuerza y \u200b\u200bflexibilidad pueden ayudarle a desarrollar los huesos y los m\u00fasculos que los sostienen. \u00a1Y no te olvides de tus pies! Aseg\u00farese de usar zapatos c\u00f3modos que brinden un buen soporte y mejoren la estabilidad.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#6 &#8211; Dejar de lado el alcohol y el tabaco.<\/strong> Se ha demostrado desde hace mucho tiempo que el alcohol y el tabaco aumentan el riesgo de c\u00e1ncer. Alrededor de los 50 a\u00f1os, el sistema inmunol\u00f3gico comienza a debilitarse, lo que dificulta que el cuerpo pueda combatir infecciones, c\u00e1ncer y otras afecciones. Dejar el alcohol y el tabaco puede frenar ese deterioro y proporcionar muchos beneficios para el bienestar.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#7 &#8211; H\u00e1gase un examen de detecci\u00f3n.<\/strong> Es importante hablar con su profesional de la salud sobre las pruebas adecuadas para enfermedades y condiciones de salud. Las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer de colon y de mama y otras enfermedades son especialmente vitales si tiene antecedentes familiares de c\u00e1ncer, enfermedades card\u00edacas u otras afecciones cr\u00f3nicas. La identificaci\u00f3n temprana de una enfermedad, cuando es m\u00e1s tratable, aumenta las posibilidades de obtener resultados positivos y mejorar el bienestar.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#8 &#8211; Mejora tu equilibrio.<\/strong> Seg\u00fan los CDC, alrededor de 36 millones de estadounidenses mayores caen anualmente. Una de cada cinco de estas ca\u00eddas puede provocar una lesi\u00f3n grave, como fracturas de huesos o un traumatismo craneoencef\u00e1lico. Mantenerse fuerte y tener un buen equilibrio puede ayudar a prevenir ca\u00eddas. Ejercicios simples como pararse sobre un pie mientras se cepilla los dientes pueden ayudarlo a mantenerse estable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>#9 &#8211; Consigue tus Z.<\/strong> M\u00faltiples estudios dicen que necesitamos dormir de siete a ocho horas por noche para mantener el bienestar f\u00edsico y mental. Si tiene problemas para descansar lo suficiente, pruebe medidas sencillas como reducir el consumo de cafe\u00edna y otros estimulantes y comer una cena m\u00e1s ligera (y tal vez intente comerla un poco antes). Tambi\u00e9n es una buena idea hablar con su proveedor de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica, quien puede ayudarlo a determinar si hay un problema de salud detr\u00e1s de su insomnio.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#10 &#8211; Mant\u00e9n tu cerebro en forma.<\/strong> Es importante ejercitar tanto el cerebro como el cuerpo si quieres mantenerte alerta en tus \u00faltimos a\u00f1os. Los estudios demuestran que tomar una clase, adquirir un nuevo pasatiempo, aprender un nuevo idioma o memorizar obras escritas como poemas puede retardar el deterioro cognitivo. Hay muchas ofertas de aprendizaje para adultos en l\u00ednea y en persona para elegir. Consulte con el centro de educaci\u00f3n para adultos de su universidad local. Los centros comunitarios y para personas mayores tambi\u00e9n pueden ofrecer oportunidades de aprendizaje.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0#11 &#8211; Expande tu vida social.<\/strong> Los estudios demuestran que las personas con una vida social activa tienen menos probabilidades de tener problemas de memoria. Tambi\u00e9n es menos probable que se sientan solos o deprimidos. Intente pasar m\u00e1s tiempo con familiares y amigos, invol\u00facrese m\u00e1s en su iglesia, visite su comunidad local o centro para personas mayores, o sea voluntario en su causa favorita.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEl envejecimiento es una parte natural de la vida, pero la forma en que envejecemos depende en gran medida de nosotros\u201d, dice el Dr. Kairys. Al tomar decisiones saludables hoy (comer bien, mantenernos activos y realizar ex\u00e1menes m\u00e9dicos regulares) podemos ayudar a garantizar que no nos perdamos las aventuras de la vida y sigamos disfrutando de las actividades que amamos.<\/p>\n<p>Marie Z. Kairys, MD, FAAFP, es m\u00e9dica de atenci\u00f3n primaria y atiende a pacientes de todas las edades en la oficina Cooper Care Alliance de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a> en Delran, Nueva Jersey. Ella est\u00e1 aceptando nuevos pacientes. Llame al <span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"tel:8565361515\">856.536.1515<\/a><\/span> o <a href=\"https:\/\/request.cooperhealth.org\/request.php\">haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a> para programar una cita hoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staying healthy as we age is not just about adding years to your life; it\u2019s about adding life to your years. 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