This one thing may derail your shot at healthy aging, scientists say

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3. I can't stop the aging process, but I can surely SLOW it down..

Here is my secret....

1. Eat healthy in smaller portions of lean protein, healthy fats like Extra Virgin Olive Oil, some nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, at least 80 ounces of water daily.

2. Skin care regimen of daily cleansing, moisturizing, and protection.

3. Getting at least a 3 mile walk in 5 to 6 days a week.

4. Getting to the local gym 3 to 4 days a week to build up muscle.

5. No smoking.

6. Alcohol in moderation.

7. Vitamin supplements to replace lost nutrients.

8. At a minimum, 7 hours of sleep.

9. Minimize time in the sun.

10. Stretch

This is the lifestyle I have had for close to 50 years. Was I always faithful to it? Not always.

But my Grandmother died at 57 from Congestive Heart failure. She said something to me that I have taken to heart since 1974..."You can have a beautiful home, lots of money in the bank, lots of friends, be surrounded by material things. But if you don't have your health, you have NOTHING!"

AT 72 now, I can count my lucky stars that I have my health. It has been expensive, but so worth it.