May brings warmer days and blooming gardens — a perfect time to tend to your health, just like a garden. Here are a few ways to stay strong and healthy this spring:
Visit your doctor regularly. Medicare covers a wide range of screenings and preventive services, which can help catch problems early when treatment works best.
Build strong bones in the kitchen.Aim for 1,200mg of calcium daily from foods like dairy, leafy greens, beans, and fortified foods. Vitamin D and potassium — found in bananas, potatoes, and orange juice — help your body absorb it.
Try this easy-to-make Kale & White Bean Salad: Toss together 2 cups kale, 1/2 cup white beans, and mandarin orange segments. Dress with olive oil and a splash of orange juice. Top with feta cheese.
Move your body. Walking, gardening, aerobics — any weight-bearing activity helps keep you strong. Grab a chair and follow along with me for a gentle, quick at-home workout!
