3. Strokes and Circulatory Problems

Strokes occur when blood stops flowing to the brain or when a blood vessel ruptures. They often don’t kill, but they can leave serious consequences: loss of speech, mobility, memory, or independence.

If you’ve reached old age without suffering strokes or major circulatory blockages, it means your vascular system is still strong. Your arteries can expand, contract, and deliver oxygen to every part of your body.

Good circulation is one of the most important keys to an active old age, with a clear mind and a functional body.