Janet Roberto, M.D.

As a practicing family physician for over 20 years, I have had the privilege to share in the health care of many families – to celebrate their joys and successes as well as support and share struggles and losses. I have seen how lifestyle choices impact a person’s wellness, quality of life, and longevity.

Will the habits you have now really make a difference when you’re older? The majority of all age related illnesses are related directly to behaviors like poor diet, inactivity, stress, smoking, and inadequate sleep. Poor behaviors when you are young can increase the risk of developing serious diseases when you are older like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, which are responsible for over half of all deaths in adults. The good news? It’s never too late to begin a proactive approach to your health.

Start with the basics – eat right, be active , and maintain a healthy weight. According to the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association , a healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons for maintaining health.

Part of a healthy lifestyle includes a diet with an emphasis on plant foods. You should eat five or more servings or a variety of vegetables and fruits every day. It’s not as difficult as it sounds. The CDC created a web site to help you increase the amount of fruits and vegetables in your diet. You can even join their Fruit and Vegetable of the Month Club. Now that is a new idea!

Remember that change happens a little bit at a time. Start by making small changes to your lifestyle and pretty soon you’ll be on your way to a healthier you.

Janet Roberto, M.D.
Family Medicine

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