Your health is a priority for us.
The choices that you make every day have a huge impact on
you health. All the major causes of death and disease (heart disease, cancer,
strokes, chronic lung disease, diabetes and arthritis) are affected by what you
eat, drink, smoking, and your activities. Research has shown that men and women
who lead healthy lifestyles, including making healthy food choices, getting
regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and choosing not to smoke or
drink excessively, can significantly decrease their risk of disease.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United
States, responsible for 1 in 3 deaths. Many of the risk factors that can lead to
heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and
diabetes, can be prevented or controlled.
Click here for the Heart Disease Prevention System.
Approximately ˝ of all Americans will develop cancer
during their lifetime. Skin cancer is the most common cancer. Although treatment
and early detection improve the survival rates, cancer is still the second most
common cause of death (23% of all deaths) in the country. The leading cancers
causing death in Men are lung (32% of cancer deaths) prostate (10%) and colon
(10%). For women it is lung (25%), breast (15%) and colon (10%).
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more about cancer.
Poor diet and inactivity threatens to surpass smoking as
the leading preventable cause of death among Americans. Learn more about the
Healthy Lifestyles & Disease Prevention campaign at
www.smallstep.gov
.
Here is our guide to healthy living. We are committed to
making your health a priority and help you take better care of yourself. You can
visit these site to calculate your life expectancy and what effects changes
will make for you.
LivingTo100.com ,
Realage.com and
Attitudefactor.com
What you can do to stay healthy.
1.) Don’t smoke or use tobacco.
One out of every 6 deaths in the United States can be
blamed on smoking. “Smoking is the major single cause of cancer mortality in the
United States” (U.S. Surgeon General).
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to quit.
2.) Eat right, drink plenty of water
It is important to provide your body with the necessary
fuel (energy) in order for it to function at its best. Fiber, fruits and
vegetables can reduce your risk of some cancers. Calcium is important for you
bones. Avoid saturated fats (animal fats, hydrogenated vegetable oils and
coconut or palm oils) which increase the risk of heart disease, breast and colon
cancer and gall bladder disease. Avoid extra salt or sodium ( in prepared foods
and sodas). Be sure to drink enough water (8 glasses/day at least) which will
give you more energy, help your brain work better, lose weight and be healthier.
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healthy food choices.
3.) Exercise
Exercise at least 3 times a week for 20 minutes or more
getting your heart rate up. Exercise is good for your heart, lungs, bones, and
can help deal with stress, fatigue and insomnia.
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started.
4.) Weight
Maintain a healthy weight (Body Mass Index between 20-25).
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BMI calculator.
Lose weight if you are over weight.
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started.
5.) Limit how much alcohol you drink
No more than 2 drinks a day and try not to drink every day.
Alcohol may cause liver damage, cancer, stomach problems and affect your blood
pressure and as well as contribute to accidents, and injuries.
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with alcohol.
6.) Sun exposure
Skin cancer, the most common cancer, is linked to
ultraviolet (UV) light exposure from the sun and tanning beds. Protect your skin
when out in the sun with sunscreen, a hat and protective clothing. Be sure to
protect your children as well. If you notice any new or changing moles be sure
to see your doctor. Click here for safe sun guidelines.
7.) Cholesterol and blood pressure
Know your cholesterol level. Levels less than 200 are
optimal.
Check your blood pressure regularly. Hypertension has been
called the “silent killer” because there are usually not any symptoms when it is
elevated. New guidelines now classify levels of 120-139 systolic and 80-89 as
pre-hypertension which should be addressed.
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information on heart disease and strokes.
8.) Immunizations
Immunizations are available to prevent many diseases. Keep
your shots up to date. Click here for the current
adult
and child immunization schedules.
9.) Health Screenings
Health screenings are replacing yearly physicals and
intended to screen for diseases or risk factors at varying intervals. Talk with
your doctor about what tests and exams are right for you. Remember to see the
dentist regularly to have your teeth and mouth looked after.
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information about preventative services.
10.) Medication
Be sure to take your medication as prescribed, not share it
with others and contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
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more information about your medications.
11.) Emotional Health
Remember to look after your mental health as well. Stress,
anxiety, depression can affect you.
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more.
There are many other important health choices. Once you
make it a part of your day then you are on the way to be as healthy as you can
be.
