6 Tips for Healthy Aging
As you age, use these 6 tips to improve your health and prevent chronic disease.
1
Eat Healthy
Make healthy choices—
like fruits, vegetables,
whole grains, lean meats,
and low-fat dairy products.
2
Get Regular Physical Activity
Being active can help you prevent,
delay, and manage chronic diseases;
improve balance and stamina;
reduce risk of falls; and improve brain health.
3
Quit Smoking
Take the first
step and call
1-800-QUIT-NOW
for FREE support.
4
Get Regular Checkups
Visit your doctor for preventive services,
not just when you’re sick. This can
prevent disease or find it early,
when treatment is more effective.
5
Know Your Family History
Share your family health history
with your doctor, who can help you
take steps to prevent chronic
diseases or catch them early.
6
Be Aware of Changes in Brain Health
Everyone’s brain changes as they age,
but dementia is not a normal part of aging.
See your doctor if you have questions
about memory or brain health.
For more about how to prevent chronic disease and maintain a healthy lifestyle,
follow @CDCChronic on Twitter or visit www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease.
Page last reviewed: October 23, 2018