Healthy habits

Definitions of lifestyle habits and changes which support healthy aging.

Healthy eating: Making smart, nutritious choices on what to eat and drink to support overall health.
Lifestyle medicine: An approach that uses proven lifestyle habits to prevent and manage disease, including regular exercise, healthy eating, stress management, social connection, sleep, and substance avoidance.
Physical activity: Any action that gets your body moving and uses energy.
Sleep: A universal daily activity allowing the body to rest and restore, essential for physical and brain health.
Social connection: The relationships and support we have with others; important for physical and mental health.
Stress management: Techniques like mindfulness and relaxation that reduce stress and support mental and physical health.
Substance avoidance: Reducing or avoiding addictive substances, including alcohol, tobacco, and other recreational drugs to support long-term health.
Weight management: Maintaining a healthy weight through habits like regular physical activity and healthy eating, sometimes with the support of medication and/or a healthcare provider.