The Essentials for Healthy Aging: Water, Sleep, Nutrition, Movement, and Love


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Aug 14 2024 43 mins  

This episode continues the discussion on aging, with a focus on how behavioral health is connected to physical health as we get older. Host Adam Renshaw and Dr. Hansen explore the essential elements all humans need - water, nutrition, sleep, movement, and love - and how deficiencies in these areas can manifest as physical and mental health issues, especially for the elderly.


Main Topics Discussed:


  • The connection between behavioral health and physical health

  • The 5 essential elements all humans need: water, nutrition, sleep, movement, love

  • The importance of love and social connection, especially for the elderly

  • How lack of sleep can negatively impact both physical and mental health

  • Recommendations for getting quality sleep

  • The role of hydration and proper nutrition in supporting overall health

  • How movement and exercise benefit the mind and body

  • The challenges addiction can pose in meeting these essential needs


Here are the two previous episodes Adam and Orin did on Aging:


Brain, Vision & Hearing in Aging: Tips for Maintaining Cognitive & Sensory Health


Aging: How to Care for Our Bodies As We Get Older (Part 1: Heart, Bones, and Joints)