General Health Conditions
* Choose mostly plant foods. Eat at least five servings of fruits and veggies a day. Choose ones of different colors. Eat a variety of whole grain foods, beans, and lentils.
* Limit red meat. Avoid meats with nitrates and nitrites and a lot of salt. Examples are ham, hot dogs, and smoked sausage.
* Be physically active for 30 or more minutes every day. You choose the way(s).
* Take medicines as prescribed. If needed, use pill containers or a daily checklist to remind you to do this.
* Wash your hands often.
* Brush your teeth twice a day. Floss every day.
* Get 7-9 hours of quality sleep.
* Stay connected to friends and family.
* Keep learning something new.
* Avoid or limit alcohol.
– Men: Up to 2 drinks a day
– Women and persons age 65 years and older: Up to 1 drink a day
– One drink =
4-5 ounces of wine
1-1/2 ounces whiskey, gin, vodka
12 ounces regular beer
12 ounces wine cooler
© American Institute for Preventive Medicine