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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this financially independent lifestyle, they invite you to take advantage of their wisdom and experience.

How to Age Well while Taking Care of your Health

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If you want to age well then you have come to the right place. Aging well isn’t just about looking great, it’s about taking care of your health too. If you want to make all of the right choices then here are some of the things you need to do.

Watch what you Eat and Drink

It may sound obvious, but you do need to watch what you eat and drink. Having a balanced diet is the best way for you to prevent illness. On top of this, it will also help you to maintain good health and energy levels. If you want to adopt a good diet then you need to make sure that you eat low amounts of saturated fats, while packing your diet out with fruits and vegetables. Whole grains are great, as is fish. If you drink alcohol then try and limit this as you get older as you may be more susceptible to liver damage.

Look after your Teeth

Brushing your teeth twice a day is so important. Floss helps prevent gum problems and it also removes pieces of food and plaque from between your teeth. If it’s left to build up then you may experience bleeding gums, soreness and swelling. This can all be linked to diabetes, but it is exacerbated by smoking too. If you want to do something about this then the best thing you can do is keep up with regular dental check-ups. Visiting your audiologist on a regular basis is so important too. They will teach you about mastering the craft of hearing aid fittings and they will also be able to help you find a hearing aid that suits your exact requirements.

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Stay Active

Daily exercise is great as it helps you to stay strong and healthy. This will lower your overall risk of heart disease and obesity. High cholesterol readings mean you are more at risk of heart disease and stroke. Although this is reversible if you take medication, you might be able to prevent it entirely if you simply work out. Talk with your doctor to find out what standard of exercise is best for you and make sure that you enquire about the seasonal flu jab while you’re there. If you can do this then there’s no reason why you can’t reap the benefits.

Get a Vitamin Boost

Lots of people have a vitamin deficiency but they have no idea about it. It’s estimated that it impacts around half of the adult population. If you suspect that you have a deficiency then you may experience cognitive impairment and this can impact you. If you want to help yourself then make sure that you consume a lot of oily fish and eggs. You also need to talk with your doctor about taking a vitamin D supplement if you don’t feel as though you get out enough. This is the best way for you to take care of yourself and you would be surprised at what a difference it could make to your overall health. 

Retire Early Lifestyle appeals to a different kind of person – the person who prizes their independence, values their time, and who doesn’t want to mindlessly follow the crowd.

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