3 Must-Dos to Stay Young and Healthy

Healthy SELF, SELF Magazine

Caroline Schaefer,SELF magazine

Want to stay young and sexy, always? SELF's on-call medical expert, Dr. Lodge shared his top three things to do that'll keep you healthy for years to come.

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"Run upstairs to use the loo."
Or if you're stuck on one floor, take a stroll around. Being even a bit active, once an hour or so, can slow aging. Breakswill help you avoid losing steam at work, too.

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"Eat kale as an appetizer."
Pile up your plate with nutrient-dense noshes first. It will help you steer clear of junk, which makes you feel blah now and increases risk for disease and death later.

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"Visualize a beach."
Sit quietly for a few minutes, close your eyes, and imagine your favorite place--you'll feel recharged, and the dip in anxiety will help protect your immunity and heart. No sunscreen needed.

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