This is the last of our series on how you can stay younger for longer. None of us can fight off Father Time forever. But we can definitely delay his progress...
In addition to what we've already mentioned, as you age you'll notice changes in your skin. It begins to get thinner, less elastic, and more fragile - you'll see bumps and bruises where you never saw them before. Our skin also becomes drier, as it produces less natural oils. And wrinkles and age spots appear.
So...learn to baby your skin. Don't bathe or shower in hot water. Use a mild soap, and a moisturizer. Use sunscreen outside. Wear protective clothing, and a hat. And if you notice changes to your skin, show them to your doctor!
We've already mentioned smoking's harmful effect. But did you know that it also harms your skin?
Of course, maintaining a healthy weight gets harder as time goes by. And often, muscle mass is replaced by body fat.
It's not inevitable, though. Many of my clients maintain a healthy weight well into their 70's and 80's. They're the ones who maintain a schedule of daily exercise. Who make healthy dietary choices. And who realize that their bodies no longer require the portion-sizes they ate when younger.
Finally, it's vital to have a positive outlook on life. Research shows that people who embrace life with a positive outlook and a grateful attitude generally live longer, and stay healthier.
You probably have questions about the aging process...and the process of adapting to financial and lifestyle changes. We can answer them.
At The Law Offices of Alice Reiter Feld & Associates, we answer questions about the aging process - from physical to financial - every day. Over the past 34 years, we've helped thousands of South Florida families through the aging process...with comprehensive estate planning, wills, trusts, powers of attorney, long-term care planning, asset-protection plans, and assistance with Medicaid and the VA.
We can help your family, too. And we're just a phone call away.
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