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Please provide some do's and don'ts on aging gracefully.

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Unbalanced weight ages joints most. Age gracefully by improving grace (yoga, Tai Chi, dance).

Answered 3/23/2018

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Dr. Stuart Erner answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Avoid stress, smoking and too much alcohol while eating, exercising, and sleeping well to age well.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Ignore: Diet, exercise, multivits, meditation, relaxation, remain sexually active and read good books.

Answered 6/5/2014

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: To prevent wrinkles and premature aging,wear high SPF sunscreen daily.

Answered 12/1/2014

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Do take care of your skin daily and use sunscreen . It keeps you looking young.

Answered 7/4/2014

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Age Management has come a long way! If you skin is more aged than you want, consider CO2 laser.

Answered 7/5/2014

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Ignore: Good health and financial security will lead to graceful aging.

Answered 7/5/2014

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Dr. I. Jay Freedman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ignore: Change your toothbrush every 3 months for a new one. Change it earlier if you are sick.

Answered 7/12/2014

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Dr. Donald Collins answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: See your doctor for regular check ups. Do exercise regularly, eat healthy. Don't isolate yourself!

Answered 4/24/2015

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Ignore: Sleep, eat, play healthy. Positive spirit and positive mind.

Answered 11/9/2014

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Ignore: Do stay active, have friends, eat well, don't criticize, rest, smile often.

Answered 6/24/2017

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Ignore: DO--Stay active physically and socially DO--have fun regularly DON'T--watch TV, drink soda, smoke.

Answered 11/27/2014

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Ignore: Don't get sunburned and do use sunscreen.

Answered 4/10/2015

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Ignore: Keep active mentally and physically. Don't smoke. Keep a good social network. Laugh. Love.

Answered 5/9/2015

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Ignore: Every age has its own beauty. Embrace the new changes and take good care of yourself.

Answered 5/20/2015

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Ignore: It is important to have adequate sleep and a healthy diet.

Answered 5/26/2015

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Dr. Que Chu answered

Specializes in General Practice

Ignore: 1)eat healthy 2) Meditation every day 3) Moderate exercise ( Tai Chi is good)4) Do your bucket list.

Answered 12/12/2015

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Ignore: Be happy. Finding your happiness is the secret of life and once you have found this you understand.

Answered 12/16/2015

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Ignore: Appreciate good humor about growing older. Laughter can do wonders for one's emotional state.

Answered 1/8/2016

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Dr. Heather Pickett answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Move, smile, laugh, don't compare, eat well, stay out of the sun, STRETCH, enjoy life in moderation.

Answered 4/7/2016

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Ignore: Do exercise daily, eat plenty of veggies, and use sunblock. Don't smoke!!

Answered 6/8/2016

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Ignore: First advice say active you can volunteer, spend some time with the kids, pick up a hobby like garde.

Answered 6/17/2017

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