People of all ages should prioritize their health. However, seniors have higher risks of contracting illnesses and developing chronic health conditions, which makes maintaining healthy habits all the more important. If you’re 65 or older, use the following senior living tips to live your best life.

How to Lead a Healthy Life as Senior

1. Stay Active

Help your body fight inflammation and infections by boosting your immune system with regular exercise. Physical activity will also help you maintain a healthy weight and reduce stress.

Try yoga, water aerobics, biking, swimming, or walking for 20 to 30 minutes per day for the recommended total of 150 minutes per week.

2. Eat a Balanced Diet

Eating healthy foods and taking supplements as necessary will ensure your body gets the nutrients it needs to stay strong. Maintaining a balanced diet can also help prevent illnesses such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

A healthy diet is composed of nutrient-dense foods, such as leafy greens, and lean proteins, such as chicken. Avoid processed sugars and starches, which contribute to weight gain.

3. Rest Up

Sleep gives your body the opportunity to repair itself each night. If you aren’t getting enough rest, you may feel more stressed and make yourself susceptible to viruses and other illnesses.

Try to get seven to nine hours of sleep every night. If you have a condition like arthritis, using multiple pillows may help make you more comfortable. 

4. Manage Stress

Too much stress can lead to sleep issues and overall discomfort. Blow off some steam by socializing and spending time with friends. Try practicing positive thinking when coping with difficult times and set reasonable expectations for yourself. An effective way to do this is by journaling, which will help you identify the positive aspects of your life.

Make healthy senior living easy by choosing Waynesboro Manor in Augusta County and the entire Shenandoah Valley Area. This assisted living facility is designed to help seniors maintain healthy and fulfilled lifestyles by providing healthy food, activities, socialization, and comfortable rooms. Learn more about their senior living center online or call (540) 942-2250 to schedule a free tour.