Healthy ageing is an important factor in everyone’s life. There is so much media

information about pressure on our health care system, and the angst of families

looking after incapacitated relatives. Chronic diseases are increasing and yet

many of us don’t find the time to keep our biological age as young as possible.

We have discussed and come up with what we consider to be the four easiest

things you can be aware of today and everyday to help your ageing process:

1. Pain threshold. Having a low threshold for pain is excellent for

your health. That’s right, a low pain threshold. Pain is your body’s mechanism

for telling you that something is wrong. Do something about small pain, notice

dull pain and act by listening to your body.

2. You are about 70% water. Your healthy cellular function needs to maintain

this balance. Your ageing process is a reflection of the health of your cells.

Hydrated cells are well maintained if you have a 70% fresh food content in your

food and drink choices each day.  

3. Use it or lose it. More movement, more life. Human function becomes

impaired by stagnation. In the simplest ways, increase your gentle joint, and

muscle group movement to keep the function optimal of your joints and

structure.

4. Mind your thoughts. Scientific research shows that positive thoughts

decrease stress hormones in your body. Avoiding chronic stress and replacing

negative thought processes is an important factor in staying young.