Five d.eadly mistakes older adults make every day that shorten their life expectancy.

1. Skipping Meals or Poor Nutrition 🍽️

As metabolism slows with age, appetite often decreases — but that doesn’t mean the body needs less nutrition. Many older adults unintentionally under-eat or rely on processed, low-nutrient foods.

Why it’s deadly:
Lack of proper nutrients weakens the immune system, increases the risk of falls (due to muscle loss), and accelerates cognitive decline.

Fix it:
Focus on small, frequent meals packed with protein, healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins. Consider speaking to a dietitian who specializes in geriatric nutrition.

2. Avoiding Physical Activity 🚶‍♀️

Mobility may become more difficult with age, but remaining sedentary is one of the fastest ways to deteriorate health — both physically and mentally.

Why it’s deadly:
Inactivity increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, and even dementia.

Fix it:
Even light activity, like daily walking, stretching, or chair exercises, can boost cardiovascular health, maintain muscle strength, and improve mood.

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