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Keeping a keen eye out for early signs of health problems is important, but are also things you can do to protect yourself now and in the future. These include:

• Eating a sensible diet that includes all the major food groups, and watching portion size.
• Try for 30 minutes of exercise or more daily.
• Protect your bones by eating three servings of low-fat dairy every day and performing weight-bearing exercises ¨C like walking, running, aerobics, or dancing ¨C at least three times a week.
• Get regular health screenings.
• Take time out for yourself ¨C experts say 30 minutes a day is ideal if you can swing it. Make it a time when  you do something just for you ¨C reading, taking a bath, working in the garden, chatting online with friends ¨C whatever relieves your stress will add years to your life and life to your years!