Looking over all of the questions, I noticed that when I was younger I probably didn't do a very good job of many of these preventative practices. As a woman now in my mid 30's, I feel that I do a much better job. These things aren't always easy to do, but having the responsibility of being a stay at home mom, a full time student, and a wife, these preventative measures have become very important.
1. My husband has been a Type I diabetic since he was about 12, so we try to eat really well. My son also has ADHD, so I try to monitor the "junk" intake there as well.
2. We joined a health club last year to help with our exercise routine. I have really enjoyed this and haven't gotten tired of it at all. My kids can also use the facilities which promotes their overall health as well.
3. I didn't used to get enough sleep, but I usually cut off all activities by 10 p.m. on the weeknights to make sure I get enough. The whole house is much happier!
4. I have never used tobacco and feel it is very harmful. My father died last year of cancer, and my step father died back in 2001 of a heart attack. Both were smokers. I don't use any type of drug either. Nyquil would be the extent of that!
5. We consume very little alcohol at our house. I don't enjoy the way it makes me feel. Probably one drink a month or so.
6. Sexually speaking, I have been married for about 14 years. We are finished with kids. Enough said.
7. I try to keep stress low, although Spanish has been a source of stress for me lately! Exercise and time alone for dates with my husband helps.
8. We practice safe behaviors like seat belt use, not driving when drinking, etc.
9. We aren't violent in our home. I am a pretty direct person, but I try not to hurt people's feelings on purpose. I like to be happy, and want everyone else to be happy as well.
10. I receive routine care such as: I have already had a colonoscopy because of my father dying of cancer. I receive yearly pap exams, self breast exams, and this year I get to go for the good old mammogram!! Yuck :(
Thanks for reading my blog!
Jenn
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It sounds to me like you've got your bases covered. Good health insurance is a huge thing to be thankful for. I have a cousin with an autoimune disease that effects her liver. Maintaining health insurance is a constant issue for her. Like your husband her medical costs will only increase over time. In fact, her disease could eventually cause her to need a liver transplant. Something that they could never afford without their insurance. I also feel for you with the mamogram visit coming up. I have not had to have one yet as I am 28, and low risk, but I'm not looking forward to it. It seems like they could come up with a better way of doing that exam. thanks for your blog.
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Hi Jenn, I thought your post was exciting to read and I'm glad to here that you do a much better job of preventative practices than when you were younger. I believe that it't important to put into practice focusing on things that are good for our health.
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