Food and Nutrition

Food and Nutrition

 Make sure you get a balanced diet, as often as possible.

 Along with fresh veggies and fruits, eat slim meats (if you’re not vegetarian), nuts, seeds (sprouts) and salads. 

 Opt for fresh, seasonal and local produce over exotic foodstuff imported over ridiculous distances.


 Drink water – you need to stay hydrated. Not only is it good for your internal organs, it also keeps your skin healthy and lessens acne.

 To determine your water requirement, divide your weight (in pounds) by two. This gives the daily ounce-recommendation.

 Cut down on caffeine and caffeinated and aerated beverages.

 Limit alcohol intake. Tobacco and drugs should be an absoluteNo.

 Steer clear of sugar, stimulants and processed food.

 Maintain a healthy weight.

Exercise

 Exercise at least four days a week for 20 to 30 minutes each day. If it’s all not possible at a go, break your workouts into smaller sessions.

 Try to get as much physical activity as you can. Skip the elevator and take the stairs, walk to the supermarket instead of hunting for parking space etc.

 Wake up early to practice simple meditation. It harmonizes body, mind and soul.

 Doing household chores also counts as activity.

 Pets can be a great source for your exercise. Especially a dog. Walking dogs, caring for them involves good amounts of physical activity.

 If exercising alone bores you out, hook up with a partner or friend who is committed to exercise. The fun factor will also let you stay committed.

 Exercise also works as an outlet for pent up stress. So keep exercising, especially when you’ve got work bearing down on you.

General Health

Get adequate rest daily. Don’t deprive yourself of sleep for extended periods of time.

 If you’re on medication for an illness, ensure that you follow the course all the way through.

 Skin, teeth, hair, nails are all indicators of general health. Loss of hair or lack of lustre may mean poor nutrition.

 Make friends with your family physician. Get regular check-ups done.

 Watch out for the signs of major illnesses, especially cancer, heart disease etc. Early detection is the key.

 When it comes to healthy living, even little things count. Like eye health. Make sure you rest them well. They’ll serve you a long time.

 Take care of your teeth. Dental health has been linked, among other things, to premature heart disease.

 Try to get all your nutrition from the food you eat. If you aren’t getting it though, multivitamins and nutritional supplements are a good option.

 Get your vitamin D from the sun. But also stay UV-protected.

Health and Happiness

 Slow and deep breathing is a good counter to stressful situations. Practice it.

 Surround yourself with positive energy and a strong social circle. Good vibes translates into good moods.

 Engage in social work. Do things for the less-privileged.

 Work on your looks, but don’t get obsessed. Pamper yourself occasionally.

 Believe in your abilities. Work on your shortcomings. Life is a continuous self-help program.

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Top Ten tips for Better Health

The following tips will not only make you look better and feel better, but they will also keep you from developing long-term serious health problems.

• Cover up in the sun
  UV rays are penetrating the earth's atmosphere all year long. It's important to wear protection at all times to protect yourself from excessive sun exposure.
• Cut out fat
  Dairy products such as cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions.Butter and sauces in sandwiches should be kept to a minimum, if possible. And try to avoid fried or fast food, as they have a high amount of fatty acids in them.
• Don't smoke
  Give up smoking as soon as you can. Smoking not only causes lung cancer, but its also recently been linked to many other illnesses. Research has shown that smoking reduces life expectancy by seven to eight years. So try giving up the next one.
• Drink alcohol in moderation
  Recent studies have shown that a glass of red wine a day can help protect against heart disease. But if you drink excessively, you will have health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer in later life.
• Eat Healthy
  Make sure you eats lots of fruit and vegtables each and every day. Even try adding a multivitamin to your daily routine. You'll soon see the difference.
• Get active
  One of the best ways to stay healthy is to exercise. It's recommended to do 30 minutes of cardio exercise 3 times a week. This even includes going for a walk with the dog, or even running around with the children.
• Keep stress in check
  Getting stressed out is bad for your health. If you are stressed in the work place you are more likely to cause an accident and injure yourself or even fall ill.
• Positive outlook
  It has been scientifically proven that a person with a positive outlook on life will be healthier than someone who doesn't.When you smile your brain releases small amounts of serotonin that give your body a good feeling. So next time your sad, smile.
• Relax
  Relaxation has actually become a medical treatment. It's very important to relax in the evenings after working. Try find somewhere that you feel comfortable, and just kick back. It can be anywhere from a chair, to a bubble bath.
• Ways to increase your daily excercise
  Walk to the shops rather than taking the car. Try taking the stairs whenever possible. If you get two or more buses, can you walk one of the journeys? Or even get off the bus or train a stop earlier.

 

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Smile, it's good for you!

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“You’ve probably heard that smiling can positively affect your mood, right? Well there’s some new research to confirm that something as simple as a smile can impact how you feel:

A study published in the journal Psychological Science in November found that people who smiled after engaging in stress-inducing tasks showed a greater reduction in heart rate than people who maintained a neutral facial expression.”

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”

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