Disabilities are not always by birth. A number of disabilities, which happen among the elderly, is because of unhealthy choices that are made in the youth. According to recent research, people who make unhealthy choices are twice at risk of developing disabilities in their advanced years. So here are some lifestyle tips that can help you prevent the disability from happening:

Make smart decisions: You need to make smart decisions when it comes to the kind of food you consume. You cannot get away with eating saturated and trans fats all day. It will affect you sooner than later. Therefore, avoid taking calories and fats in excess. Even sugary drinks should not be consumed that frequently.

Cut back on the sweets: If you have a sweet tooth and cannot go without having candy every day, you need to stop. It might feel great while you consume it but for the long haul, it is causing you a lot of problems already without you even noticing it. Give up on the drinks that read “added sugar.”

Planning meals: If you do not trust yourself when on an empty stomach, you need to plan your meals very well in advance. If you are working, chop a bowl of salad or a healthy snack to carry it to work in a lunch box. Upgrade to healthier alternatives. Instead of bacon and beef, switch to sausages and hams.

Exercise regularly: Exercising at least three times a week is very important to keep your metabolism working properly. An excellent goal is at least one hundred fifty minutes of exercise in a week.

Quit bad habits: Bad habits like smoking and consuming too much alcohol are detrimental for your health, to say the very least. It might seem like a fun activity to do but it is slowly killing your body from the inside. If you quit, your heart, lungs and liver start to get better and any damage can be dealt with. It is never too late to stop a bad habit.

If your disability has already taken over your life, remember always to have hope. With the advances in medical science and technology, you can now cure almost everything.