| Recommendation | Rationale | Notes |
| Get exercise.30 minutes 35x/week | Exercise helps brain and bodily system functions. | To help control weight, keep limber, maintain balance and strengthen bones, don't underestimate exercise. Weight training increases metabolism and builds lean muscle mass; aerobic exercise burns fat and improves circulation. |
| Manage your stress. | For many, stress equals memory loss. | Try yoga, tai chi or qi gong, or participate in a favorite hobby. |
| Get adequate sleep. | Sleep helps maintain brain function. | According to many clinicians and sleep experts, most people need 8 hours of sleep a night. Find a sleep schedule that works and stick to it. |
| Quit smoking. | Quitting reduces the risk of heart disease and lung cancer. | Stopping smoking can dramatically reduce heart disease risk. |
| Use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher. | Sunscreen protects skin from sun damage and cancer. | Reapply regularly throughout the day; limit sun exposure between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. |
| Manage your weight. | Proper weight reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type II diabetes. | Extra weight around the middle is linked to an increased risk of insulin resistance, heart disease, stroke and Type II diabetes. |
