1. 10 Easy Tips for a
Healthier Life
Everyone of us wants to be fit, healthy, and live a long active life.
Right? But what do you do for it?
Well, we all know, that a healthy person doesn’t smoke, is at a
healthy weight, exercises and eats healthy. Sounds simple, but
those who have tried changing their habits know how difficult it
could be.
2. 1. Drink a Glass of Water in the
Morning
Wake up in the morning and drink one glass of room
temperature water first off. You can put a slice of
lemon or lime in the water, if you don’t like it’s
natural taste. Water helps to clear our system, bring
on metabolism rate and flush out the toxins. Some
people even say, that it helps to reduce weight!
3. 2. Sleep Enough
Lack of sleep makes you feel tired and angry, you
can’t concentrate your attention. Lack of sleep can
damage your physical health (especially heart) as
well . Some studies have shown that 8 hours of sleep
per 24-hour period is the average requirement for
adults. But all people are different and need for sleep
can range from 6 to 10 hours. If you feel sleepy
during 4pm and 6pm, you probably do not get
enough rest.
4. 3. Stretch in the Morning!
Instead of snoozing in the morning, you can use your time
more wisely. Stretch your back, your legs, your neck. It will
wake your body from sleep. Stretching in the morning
increases blood flow to your muscles providing an extra
shot of oxygen and preparing them for a new day.
5. 4. Snack the Healthy Way
Potato chips, salted nuts, candies, cookies and other tasty
stuff are definitely unhealthy for your body. They contain
lots of fat, salt, sugar. Choose raw nuts, fresh fruits or
berries instead, they are rich in vitamins and minerals.
6. 5. Eat Breakfast!
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially
for you weight loss seekers. If you skip it, you’ll get hungry
long before lunch and will start snacking on foods that are
high in fat and sugar, but low in vitamins.
7. 6. Take a Daily Walk.
We all know about the advantages of physical activity, but
most of us have neither time, nor desire to exercise. Use
the stairs as often as possible instead of the elevator, take
a walk with your friends, walk your dog a bit longer, than
usually – use any possibility to be more physically active.
8. 7. Make Social Connections
It is said that lonely people are more likely to become ill
and die younger. People who have no friends are more
stressed, depressed and often less physically active.
Socially connected person is more healthier and more
independent.
9. 8. Study Ingredient Lists of Your
Favorite Products
Product’s ingredient list is very important as it shows you
whether the food you’re about to buy contains unnatural
and unhealthy ingredients. There are hundreds, maybe
even thousands of unhealthy ingredients on the market and
it is almost impossible to remember all of them. Luckily,
you can find a lot of information on the Internet about
them, so study all of your favorite and most common foods,
cosmetics and other products you buy. Harmful ingredients
may cause various diseases, allergic reactions and even
cancer.
10. 9. Find New Activities!
Pick up a new activity involving the whole family and
friends such as hiking, group sports, skiing or riding a
bicycle. Finding a hobby can give you the enjoyment and
reduce stress. You’ll also start meeting people who have
the same interests as you and may make some new friends
.Enjoy your new hobby and remember – happy people live
longer!
11. 10. Love Your Life!
Relax! Don’t get nervous and angry because of the trivial
things. Don’t be too serious. Smile, love others, and always
look on the bright side of life!