Survey says baby boomers are the healthier generation
Categories: Healthy Habits, Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness, Celebs & Entertainment, Nutrition & Supplements
Though this survey was small and unscientific, I think it still revealed some interesting information. When 8,000 members of a UK fitness chain were surveyed about their health, lifestyle, and quality of life, baby boomer's came out on top. According to responses from those over 50, they're exercising more than their younger peers, paying more attention to their diet, avoiding alcohol and additives in foods, and creating a solid work/home balance in their lives.
In general, baby boomers live longer than their parents or grandparents did, but experts are now warning that the newest generation may be the first to actually have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, due to poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle. This survey seems to acknowledge that trend, and the youngest age group (age 18-29) reported a lower commitment to health.
So then, are baby boomers really healthier than the rest of us? Not according to statistics on obesity. By the looks of those numbers, a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle are something that every generation is dealing with on some level. So whether your young or simply young at heart, it's never too late to tweak that healthy lifestyle for the better!
In general, baby boomers live longer than their parents or grandparents did, but experts are now warning that the newest generation may be the first to actually have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, due to poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle. This survey seems to acknowledge that trend, and the youngest age group (age 18-29) reported a lower commitment to health.
So then, are baby boomers really healthier than the rest of us? Not according to statistics on obesity. By the looks of those numbers, a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle are something that every generation is dealing with on some level. So whether your young or simply young at heart, it's never too late to tweak that healthy lifestyle for the better!
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BOOMj 5-18-2007 @ 1:10PM
Just thought I would let you know about a new website dedicated to baby boomers called BOOMj.com that your readers may be interested in. There are many nice sections (health, movies, travel etc.) where you can meet new people as well as keep up on all the latest news, tips and goings on in the world. You guys should check it out if you feel so inclined. See ya.
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