Let’s grow old gracefully

Aging or ageing is the process that involves changes on physical, psychological, culture and social levels. After years of toils due to ageing the body starts to get wrinkled and rough on outer side. But, from within the organs too begin to wear and tear. Almost two thirds of people experience loss of mental lucidity. Along with ageing also comes decline in memory, reduction in the power of concentration, clarity, increase in neurological related problems such as Parkinson’s or stroke etc.
So let us check out on how staying fit, healthy and following a diet and exercise pattern can help combat the problem of ageing to a great extent.
Supplements and dietr
Deficiency in vitami
B-6, B-12 leads to anemia and even memory loss. So before you grow old and fall for the trap of memory loss have a diet high in Vitmain B-6 and B-12. Some foods that can be included in the daily diet to curb or reduce the effect of ageing are beans and pulses. B-12 is also found in seafood, meat and dairy products such as milk, cheese and many others. Folate can be found in spinach, asparagus, beans, and fortified cereals.
Vitamin E
Diet rich in Vitamin E act as anti-oxidants that are essential for maintaining of cell membranes. This can be achieved by consuming cereals, green and leafy vegetables, eggs and grains. The antioxidant found in such foods can also boost memory. Even small dosage of an herb named ginkgo biloba improves the flow of blood to the brain as well as the organs.
Along with Vitamin E, even multivitamin/ mineral supplement can be very beneficial.
400 IU of Vitamin E, 100-500 mg of Vitamin C and 500 mg of Calcium are very beneficial for men who are ageing.
Social Interactionsr
Ageing restricts the trips out of our homes. So, before you become a member of ageing boredom club and do not know what to do, having a network of connections and meeting people shall do wonders in boosting the memory and also for the overall well-being. A small work outdoors, a stroll in the garden with other older friends, meetings up weekly for some tea parties, having a chat over the issues mentioned in the news not only helps in making old age fun and lively but it also does good to the overall health and keeps the mind and body active.
Exercise
The first thing that comes with ageing is the decreasing immunity level. So before you become a victim of low immunity and many health conce
s, keeping the body fit is the best option. Yoga, aerobic exercise, floor exercises, laughing club are some of the exercise forms that you may follow for a healthy life. Yoga, meditation and breathing exercises which help to increase the action of the immune system along with socializing (sharing with others) are effective in lessening stress.
Age related problems such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s can be treated by following estrogen therapy which can improve your visual and verbal memory effectively. Furthermore, for a healthy ageing avoiding smoking, avoiding drugs and getting more sleep is sure to make you feel healthy and young.