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FIRST EDITION COPY: Elderly people as well as the middle-aged have been the victims of the 'youth culture' as negative stereotypes about aging have been popularized. This book seeks to dispel these myths which equate aging with disease and disablement. It is never too late to adopt a healthy
lifestyle in order to remain mentally alert, and physically vital. This helpful guide outlines preventative measures which promote good health. These include attention to a nutritionally based diet, moderate exercise, and methods to achieve emotional tranquility. The book contains up-to-date
information on the prevention of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and many other common disorders. It also provides strategies for overcoming the psychological challenges caused by retirement and bereavement.
Book Info
Monash Univ., Australia. Provides information on the prevention of heart disease, cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Details the preventive benefits of a well-balanced diet, moderate exercise, and techniques for achieving emotional tranquility. For consumers. Previous edition: c1992. Softcover.
Successful Ageing,Robert Gingold,Oxford University Press, USA,0195512790,Aging,Diet / Health / Fitness,Epidemiology,General,Gerontology,Health Services For Older Adults,Health and hygiene,Medical,Older people,Coping with old age,Medical / Geriatrics,Medicine | Consumer Health,Retirement
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