Ask these simple questions to discover a healthier, happier you.
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IN YOUR 20s
Questions to Ask Yourself...
Am I overweight?
“More than a third of women of color are obese. That excess weight can lead to all sorts of health issues as we age,” says Michelle N. Johnson, M.D., an associate attending physician in the division of cardiology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. “It’s easier to lose weight when you’re younger. And if you’re at an ideal weight, stay there.”
What’s my family medical history?
“Get an idea of the diseases that have occurred in relatives that may be hereditary, so you and your doctors can watch out for warning signs and make lifestyle adjustments where necessary,” says Johnny Benjamin, M.D., a spine surgeon and chief of the department of orthopedic surgery at the Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach, Florida.
Do I have a support system?
Work on establishing one before you need it. Outside of friends and family, there may be church groups, sororities and women's community organizations that can also help bolster your spirits.
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