Experts generally agree on basic lifestyle characteristics
that support greater longevity and, hopefully, a higher quality of life. Small adjustments that promote this
improvement include:
· Testing your cholesterol level regularly and
taking a 30-minute brisk walk every day.
· Wearing a seat belt in the car and a helmet
while riding a bicycle, motorcycle, or while skating.
- Substituting olive oil instead of butter.
- Quitting smoking or at least reducing the amount of tobacco used daily. Lung cancer is the most frequent cause of cancer-related death in the United States.
- Avoiding sun exposure from 11 am until 2 pm when UV radiation is most dangerous. Stay inside during those peak hours and always wear sunscreen outdoors.
- Asking questions of your doctor or pharmacist about concerns, test results, diagnosis, or treatments. It is often helpful to take someone with you to important appointments.
- Don’t worry! Even if everyone was overly cautious, we would still not live in a risk free world – unnecessary worry can stress the mind and body.
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