The Voice of Southwest Louisiana September 2018 Issue

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SWLA Health Center YOU and YOUR HEALTH With A Focus On Healthy Aging By Carl W. Ross, Sr., M.D. We have all heard the statement before, "You are only as old as you feel." Though it has often been written off as a "general cliché, there is a great deal of truth in these words. www.dailymail. co.uk/health/article-2875378 There also is some spiritual truth in these words as well for it is written, "As a man or woman thinks in his or her mind, so is he or she." (Proverbs 23:7 Paraphrased) If you think old, you will invariably be old. If you think young, then you will invariably feel young. To age gracefully, there is not only a mental component, but also a physical component. You must not only keep your mental attitude young, but you must also engage in a physical program of daily activity to keep you physically fit. Your diet is extremely important. You should limit your sodium intake and eat a diet balanced in meats, fish, vegetables, fruit, nuts, and adequate fluid intake, particularly water. Naturally, religious beliefs and any allergies will determine which of these items you can or cannot eat. Eat a balanced breakfast, lunch and dinner. You truly "Are what you eat." Food is fuel for the body as gasoline is for the engine of your car. A multivitamin can also be very helpful. Exercise daily. Walking, jogging, riding a stationary or actual moving bicycle, free weights or weight machines, are all ways to maintain your muscle strength and endurance. At least take your arms, legs, head, neck, chest, and abdomen through ranges of motion to maintain agility. Exercise amazingly will make you look and feel younger. Neuromuscular strength and well-toned muscles will not only make you look good but will stimulate your mental well-being as well. Rest with a good night of sleep will refuel the mind and body to face the next day with confidence and strength. The number of hours of needed rest will vary depending on the individual, but in general seven to nine hours of sleep can be a working figure. Remember, too much time at rest in bed can work in reverse and cause your overall neuromuscular strength to decrease. Truly, "The bed can take your strength." Last, but not least, a good social life is imperative to stimulating not only the mind, but the body as well. We, by nature, are social beings. Interaction with family, friends, coworkers, and even people that we do not know that well, stimulates the mind, verbal vocabulary, and invigorates the entire holistic being which is the true you, and the true me. Nothing will age you faster than becoming a recluse or staying isolated from people while still working or after retirement. Whether you are a "Believer" or not, daily spiritual or mental meditation will revive your spirit, and give you the strength to "Face Tomorrow." Have a "Plan A" to remain young at heart while you age gracefully on your job, and daily walk in life. Equally important, have a "Plan B" to remain active after you retire. Remember you can be your "Best Friend" or your "Worst Enemy" as you add each year to your life. Be positive, stay motivated, and "Age Both Healthily And Gracefully." 10 September 2018 WWW.THEVOICEOFSOUTHWESTLA.COM Volume 6 • Number 2
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