Health Tips Every Woman Should Take to Heart

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Reference Intakes (RI)

Nutritional needs vary depending on sex, size, age and activity levels so use this chart as a general guide only. The chart shows the Reference Intakes (RI) or daily amounts recommended for an average, moderately active adult to achieve a healthy, balanced diet for maintaining rather than losing or gaining weight. The RIs for fat, saturates, sugars and salt are all maximum amounts, while those for carbs and protein are figures you should aim to meet each day. There is no RI for fibre, although health experts suggest we have 30g a day.

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Nutrition

Regardless of a woman’s age, nutrition experts generally recommend a diet that is focused on fruits, vegetables, fiber and protein. Your physician can direct you to appropriate resources- such as choosemyplate.gov – to help you tailor a diet that best supports lifelong health. Women of childbearing age also need foods with folic acid (like leafy green vegetables, beans, and citrus fruits) to help prevent birth defects. For women who have gone through menopause, it’s recommended that you increase your intake of foods with calcium and Vitamin D (such as seafood, fruit, low-fat dairy, and egg yolks) in order to prevent bone disease.

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Stop dieting

Many women fall into the habit of taking care of others’ health and wellness needs before they take care of their own. But the fact is that you’re actually in a better position to provide care for the people most important to you when you make your own healthcare a top priority. No matter what your age or overall health status is, these 7 health tips can help you increase your chances of better health throughout your life: avoid smoking will greatly reduce your chances of developing lung and heart disease.Stay on top of your annual wellness checks - This habit can increase the chances of early detection of disease or chronic conditions, which in turn increases your chances of doing something about any health problems you develop.Don’t skimp on sleep- Besides fighting the signs of aging, regular sleep promotes mental alertness and helps keep your stress levels in check.