From the newest anti-aging eye creams to miracle treatments that revert the clock, women are advertised products and services that can supposedly fight off age almost every single day. I can confidently say that the majority of us probably don’t look forward to getting older. We’ve been trained to think that with age comes the end of our favourite activities, pastimes, and our looks.
Living in today’s fast-paced world oftentimes means spending every waking moment keeping up with the demands of our careers or taking care of our loved ones. It’s important to slow down and make sure that you’re taking care of yourself so that you can enjoy all that life has to offer for as long as possible. Here are my top tips for healthy aging that any woman can integrate into their daily life.
1. Take Steps Towards Living An Active Lifestyle
Shifting towards an active lifestyle played a huge role in achieving both my physical and mental wellness. I’m sure there are hundreds of articles about its health benefits, but I’d also like to mention how great it’s been on my overall mental wellbeing.
What’s worked for me was weight training and high-intensity exercises. It helped me build muscle mass to protect my bones and feel healthier and stronger in my day to day life. The biggest hurdle was creating a routine and sticking to it. However, as soon I was through that, it became part of my routine. After a few weeks I found myself looking forward to working out. It became as second-nature to me as brushing my teeth or taking my vitamins. It has become a significant part of how I live my life and has improved my physical and mental wellbeing for a value that is far larger than what it costs for a gym membership.
Nevertheless, staying fit is a unique experience for every person. You don’t need to suddenly turn into a fitness guru who does HIIT workouts every single day. Just be intentional about moving your body and committing to a routine that fits your schedule. It can be as simple as:
- Going for long walks
- Taking the stairs whenever you can
- Going for a jog around your neighbourhood
- Swimming laps in a pool
What’s important is that you’re finding something that you enjoy. If it’s something that you look forward to; you’ll find yourself in a much better position to vault over the exercise hurdle. I’ll be honest, I hate cardio and I’m sure most people will agree with me. Yet I found that it was the type of cardio that I was doing that was making it difficult to commit to. I moved away from the jogging and running and found that I really enjoy CrossFit and Muay Thai. I’m using my full body and getting my heart rate up in, what I think, is a much more exciting way.
In addition, you can also make fitness a fun family activity. Besides working out with my husband, I also enjoy exercising with my daughters, Shyla and Ava.
2. Start Taking A Daily Multivitamin
Another valuable, healthy aging tip would be to start taking multivitamins. Ideally, your diet should be the primary source of nutrients. But more often than not, you’re missing out on the necessary amounts of the essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Taking daily multivitamin benefits your body immensely by giving a steady supply of essential nutrients, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin D. My stash of Jamieson multivitamins help me ensure my body gets the love it needs each and every day.
3. Bridge Nutrient Gaps With Supplements
While you should be nourishing your body with healthy food first and foremost, there may still be gaps left in your daily nutrient intake. Identifying your personal vitamin and nutrient deficiencies will ensure that you are taking your supplement game to the next level. As a South Asian woman and due to family genetics, I have pretty significant iron deficiency. That is why I make sure to take Jamieson Vitamins’ Iron Plus B12 supplement daily.
Iron supplements can help with:
- Preventing iron deficiency anaemia
- Form red blood cells and helps in their proper function
B12 Supplements can help with:
- Naturally energizing
- Helps to maintain a healthy metabolism
- Supports the immune system
Everyone’s body functions differently. While I may benefit from taking an iron supplement, that doesn’t mean that you will. That’s why it’s important to educate yourself about the different kinds of supplements available to you and what ones you may need. It will work wonders for your health as you age.
4. Be Kind to Your Skin
Around the same time that you notice lines forming around your eyes you’ll start to wish you have done a better job of taking care of your skin. Rest assured that it’s never too late to fight aging and prevent fine lines and wrinkles from getting worse.
On top of having sensitive skin, I work on TV, which involves wearing a lot of makeup and getting exposed to artificial light for extended periods every day. Check out these Sangita Patel-approved healthy aging tips focused on preserving a youthful glow.
Cleanse
Never forget to remove your makeup before going to bed to prevent product residues and other impurities from building up and clogging your pores.
Hydrate
I sip lemon water all day long. Keeping the body hydrated helps flush out toxins and replenish skin tissues that promote elasticity.
Protect
Wear sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) at all times to protect your skin from direct sunlight exposure, which can cause photoaging.
Nourish
Nourish your skin with hydrating skincare products that contain hyaluronic acid or HLA. I also love products with vitamin C because of their brightening effects on my complexion. Having sensitive skin, I am specific with my skincare and makeup products and select gentler ones that are not abrasive to the skin.
Supplement
As you age, the more your body loses its natural ability to produce collagen, which is a vital component in maintaining the skin’s firmness and radiance. By incorporating Jamieson Vitamins Collagen Anti-Wrinkle supplement, I was able to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
5. Get Enough Sleep
If you also have kids, your sleeping schedule is probably as erratic as mind. Of course, we all say that we’re going to head to bed early and get that full eight hours but who are we kidding? With work and family life commitments, sleep is (unfortunately) always the first to get the short end of the stick.
This is going to be one of those ‘do as I say, not as I do’, but sleep should never be satisfied for the sake of ticking off everything in your to-do list. It’s your body’s dedicated time for rest and rejuvenation, go long enough without those and you’re really taking a toll on your overall health and well-being.
No matter how busy life may get, you should always make getting enough sleep a priority. It’s my biggest healthy aging tip I can give you as there are tons of benefits for both your body and your mind. If you have trouble falling asleep or need support with establishing a healthy sleeping routine, melatonin is a great option.
Cheers to Aging Gracefully
Aging is inevitable. It’s the one thing every single human on the planet has in common. I hope that my healthy aging tips can help you accept this completely natural human experience and enjoy the ride along the way!
Sangita
Sangita Patel
Entertainment Reporter, ET Canada | Host, Home To Win
Sangita Patel is one of Canada’s most engaging media personalities. Audiences are drawn to her as an entertainment reporter for ET Canada, where she’s interviewed the hottest stars from around the globe, in-studio and on the red carpet. She is also the host of HGTV Canada’s hit reality show, Home to Win. A dedicated mom, fitness enthusiast, and a role model who is looked up to by women of every age, Sangita lives by her mantra — smile and surround yourself with positive energy.
Named one of HELLO! Canada magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful People”, Sangita is a Canadian Covergirl, the recipient of a Trailblazer Award from the Reelworld film festival, and Anokhi magazine’s television personality of the year. She has also taken on cameo roles in feature films including Arrival, and television shows such as Guillermo Del Toro’s The Strain. Well-known for her love of fitness, Sangita inspires others to achieve their health and fitness goals by sharing her personal fitness progress over her popular YouTube and social media channels. She uses her famed hashtag #FitnessTuesday to motivate thousands of her followers every week.
