The Most Important Healthcare Tips for Black Women

Effective health promotion and prevention measures aren’t something that women should begin worrying about when they reach a certain age. Rather, they should begin during early adulthood, then progressively continue through age, 30, 40, 60 and beyond.    Healthcare Tips for Women in Their 20s Even though the 20s are not commonly known as the years that most women are overly concerned with health issues, it’s important to avoid taking one’s health for granted. The 20s are a time to lay the foundation for good health habits later in life. Ignoring your diet, sleep habits or the need for regular exercise may not make an obvious difference today, but it can catch up with you down the road.  Important lifestyle and diet choices during your 20s should include: Engage in a minimum of 2.5 hours per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (according to Harvard Health). Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day  Make healthy homemade meals at least 60% of the time Have a meatless meal at least once each week Have a yearly physical and dental exam See your gynecologist regularly Strengthen your personal support network (particularly if you have recently moved away from home for a romantic...