"The 1990s were a time of novel health awareness, which differed in some distinct ways from the preceding and following decades," states Dr. David Cutler, MD, a board-certified family medicine physician at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. "The 1980s health news was dominated by the discovery of the HIV virus and AIDS."
Dr. Raj Dasgupta, MD, the chief medical advisor for Garage Gym Reviews, tells Parade it's important to reassess trends from prior decades and critically evaluate the current ones. Health advice changes regularly, and not every piece of advice out there is accurate to begin with, especially with so much information now available on the internet. For instance, he urges us to keep in mind that anecdotes are not always the best evidence.
However, doctors agree that there are some '90s health tips that still hold up today. Read on to find out what they are.
Though it was still possible to smoke in some restaurants, the 1990s saw a rise in treatments to help people kick their smoking habits, like nicotine patches. Doctors, scientists and everyday people who urged patients and loved ones to quit smoking had it right then—and now.
What if you started smoking in the Y2K era (or never quit in the '90s)?
2. Avoid illicit drug use
Say what you want about the DARE program, which anyone who went to school in the '90s likely participated in—but that advice still holds up. Avoiding illicit drugs, including heroin, cocaine and prescription medications that aren't prescribed to you is still life-saving.
Dr. Dasgupta agrees, noting that illicit drugs can affect every organ in the body, like the brain, liver, heart and lungs. They can also wreak havoc on your mental well-being.
Doctors, public health officials and your parents were right (sorry about the last one). Dr. Cutler recalls that the "5 A Day" campaign, encouraging people to consume five servings of fruits and vegetables every day, began in the early 1990s. Since then, he points out that research continues to support the idea that fruits and vegetables (and legumes and whole grains) lower your risk of several issues, including cardiovascular disease, some cancers and premature death.
4. At-home workout videos are awesome
Dr. Cutler shares that the 1995 CDC/ACSM recommendation encouraged adults to accumulate at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most days. That advice still holds today, with the American Heart Association recommending that people get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise weekly, plus two strength-training sessions.
"Rollerblading is one of those activities that feels more like fun than exercise, but it can still be a solid cardio workout," he says. "It gets your heart rate up while also working your legs and helping with balance and coordination."
"Spend 10 minutes at an indoor rink or on a smooth, flat trail and build up from there," Dr. Dasgupta notes.
6. Play outside
Yes, you too, adults. "Getting outside is an easy way to be more active without making it feel like a formal workout," Dr. Dasgupta tells Parade. "Walking is a great low-impact option that can improve heart health, stamina and mood. Activities like gardening, hiking or playing outside all count too."
In the '90s, soy products went from being niche health foods to mainstream products readily available at most major grocery stores. Dr. Dasgupta wasn't mad about it then or now.
To re-engage with this trend, Dr. Dasgupta suggests adding some edamame to a grain bowl, using tofu in a stir-fry, or sipping unsweetened, calcium-fortified soy milk.
8. Get recommended vaccinations
Shoutout to the parents in the 1990s who got their kids vaccinated (and the little ones who rolled up their sleeves). Unfortunately, the U.S. has seen multiple measles outbreaks in recent years. Dr. Cutler says that the advice to stay up to date on vaccines hasn't changed. In fact, he says that we've been fortunate to gain access to several more vaccines since the 1990s, including:
HPVShinglesNewer pneumococcal vaccinesRSV vaccines for older adults and some infantsUpdated COVID-19 vaccinesChickenpox (in 1994)California became the first state to enact a helmet law in 1987. Other states, including New Jersey (1992), Oregon (1993) and New York (1994) soon followed.
Traumatic brain injurySkull fracturesFatal head injuries
She notes that ski helmets also became popular in the 1990s.
10. In-person interaction is fulfilling
"This is important more than ever before, as smartphones and social media can detract from meaningful social interactions," Dr. Malchuk says. "Further, we’re learning more and more about the negative way that social media and 'clickbait' websites impact our self-esteem, brain, sleep and mood."
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Doctors wish these health trends didn't exist in the 1990s, and it's best to avoid them today.
"These drugs were often seen as a panacea for all types of acute and chronic pain," he says. "Published studies lauded the low risk of addiction when treating pain."
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2. Using the "no pain, no gain" motto while exercising
Indeed, contrary to what trainers may have barked out, he notes that exercise isn't supposed to be painful.
It wasn't your fault the ThighMaster didn't work. "These tools can help strengthen a muscle, but they cannot control where your body loses fat," Dr. Dasgupta notes. "You may feel your abs or thighs working, but that does not mean fat will come off from that exact area."
4. Drinking 12 ounces of orange juice to be healthy
"Orange juice does provide vitamin C, but a 12-ounce serving also contains a lot of natural sugar and very little fiber," Dr. Dasgupta reports. "It is not something you have to avoid completely, but a smaller portion makes more sense, and whole fruit is usually the better everyday choice."
5. Believing restrictive fad diets work
"Totally eliminating a food or entire food group makes you feel deprived and does not improve health," Dr. Malchuk tells Parade, noting that rigid, restrictive diets can backfire. "For some people, it can contribute to disordered eating. There are exceptions—like people with certain medical conditions that need to limit their daily salt or water intake, or people with food allergies. But overall, all whole foods should be enjoyed."
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