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Next time you’re tempted to buy that latest and greatest anti-aging product, don’t. There is so much we can control when it comes to healthy aging beyond your genes. Things we ourselves can do without searching for the latest fountain of youth products. Both your wallet and your body will feel better too.

Here are a few tips from Body & Soul magazine to get you started taking care of yourself no matter what age you are:

Healthing Aging Tips

To your health,

• Think happy thoughts. Being a positive person can actually extend your life. Happy people are more likely to enjoy good health with less health concerns than folks that have a more pessimistic view of the world.
• Get up and get moving. Grab those sneakers and take a walk or head to the gym. Bottom line is the more you workout, the longer you will live. Be sure to read this next: The BEST anti-aging products.
• Eat your fruits and veggies Eating leafy greens and other potassium rich fruits and vegetables like potatoes and bananas will help you maintain lean muscle. This is extremely important because loss of muscle mass can lead to falls as we get older.
• Hang out with friends and families. People are not meant to live alone. Loneliness can lead to high blood pressure, depression as well as lower immunity. Family not nearby? Stay in contact by phone or through social media apps like Facebook. Also get out and mingle! Find a group of folks with the same interests and hobbies you have.

Remember genetics accounts for only so much of how you age. The rest of the equation for healthy aging is up to you. Have an amazing week.

Denise