The gift of good health is always in style! This year, instead of another tie or expensive gadget, tell that special person how important they are by reminding them about the importance of healthy living. Here are ten tips to share to ensure these special people stay healthy and fit for life.

1. Eat Right for Your Type. Eating a diet that contains the right foods for them lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and osteoporosis.
2. Get at least 30 minutes of blood type appropriate exercise most days of the week. We all know how important it is to stay active, not only does it burn calories, but it lowers your risk of heart attack, cancer and high blood pressure. It can also help to maintain joint flexibility, relive stress and help to maintain cognitive function.
3. Get a physical exam and important screenings. Getting an annual physical and age appropriate screenings from a naturopathic or family physician is essential to identifying potential health problems before they become more serious.
4. Take Cover! Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States and one of the most preventable. Practice sun safety by seeking shade during 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you plan to be in the sun during those times, make sure to wear a high SPF sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and a shirt.
5. Exercise your brain. Just because you’ve graduated, it doesn’t mean that you’re finished learning! Learning something new stimulated the neurons in your brain and helps to prevent the effects of aging on the mind. Do crossword or Sudoku puzzles, learn a new language, study a particularly compelling period in history or learn a new craft. Better yet, do it together for some healthy bonding!
6. Safety first. Wearing a seatbelt while in a car or a helmet while biking can help to save your dad or grads life in the event of a crash.
7. Don’t Abuse Alcohol or Use Tobacco. Alcohol abuse causes over 100,000 premature deaths in the US every year. It is a powerful drug that slows down the body and the mind. Alcohol impairs coordination, slows reaction time and impairs vision, clear thinking and judgment. Drink responsibly. Above all, do not drink and drive. Avoiding smoking reduces the risk of premature death from heart disease, stroke and cancers of the lung, larynx, esophagus and mouth.
8. Take your vitamins. No one’s diet is perfect, especially on-the-run grads. Taking a daily multi-vitamin formulated to be right for your type helps to fill in the gaps where ones diet may be lacking.
9. Floss Your Teeth. Studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Periodontal disease has been linked to heart attack, arterial conditions and even diabetes!
10. Spend time with family and friends. Good relationships are essential for good overall health, both mental and physical. Get outdoors and do things together – go for a hike, a bike ride or even just a walk.

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