Healthier Living: 10 Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle
Do you want to take the step to live healthier? Congratulations! There are several ways to live healthier. We will give you 10 tips for a healthy lifestyle.
- Eat healthy
An obvious tip, but still a very important one: eat healthy. If you take the Wheel of Five into account, you reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer, among other things. In addition, your body gets all the nutrients it needs.
Here is a brief overview of good eating habits:
- Eat 250 grams of vegetables and 2 pieces of fruit every day
- Go for unprocessed/unrefined carbohydrates found in vegetables, fruits and whole grains
- Eat 60 grams of animal and/or vegetable proteins daily
- Choose essential/unsaturated fats such as oils, oily fish, seeds, kernels and nuts
- Limit your sugar intake to reduce the risk of tooth decay and weight gain
- Also limit your salt intake to reduce the risk of high blood pressure
- Drink enough water
It has been known for a long time that drinking a lot of water is a must for a healthy lifestyle. 2 liters of water per day is a guideline. If you do not drink enough water, you may show the following symptoms: dark color of urine, dry mouth, headache and little urination.
- Move
We have long been aware of the influence that exercise has on the body. Not only do you feel fitter, but you also reduce the risk of obesity and cardiovascular diseases. You don't have to go straight to the gym, because walking, heavier household chores, walking the dog and working in the garden are also good ways to get more exercise. Tip: exercise outdoors when the weather permits. In this way, your body makes vitamin D on, which is an important vitamin for the proper functioning of the immune system.
- Relax
In addition to exercise, relaxation also comes. Take the time every now and then to come to yourself and have a zen moment for yourself. When your body experiences stress, your immune system does not function optimally. In addition, you are more likely to have a vitamin and mineral deficiency. So read a good book, watch TV, put on a face mask ... in short: anything that makes you relax.
- Get a good night's sleep
A good night's sleep can do wonders. Aim for at least 7 hours of sleep per night so that your immune system works well.
- Pay attention to your posture
It is something we think less about, but it still plays an important role. After all, a good posture can ensure better breathing.
- Healthy teeth
Take care of your teeth enough, so you can enjoy them for a long time. Brush for at least 2 minutes and floss occasionally. Visit the dentist annually for a check-up.
- Do something you like
Sometimes we get stuck in the rut of life and find ourselves in a vicious circle.Working, preparing food, shopping, cleaning… These are all things that are part of life, but do not necessarily make us happier. Make sure you do something you enjoy every week. This way you can break the vicious circle and get in a good mood.
- Maintain your social relationships
Social connections – with friends, family, and loved ones you care about – are not only important for your mental well-being, but also for your physical health.
Studies show that people who have good friends and family are healthier and live much longer than those who don't.
- Meditate
Stress has a negative effect on your health. It can affect your blood sugar levels, food choices, susceptibility to illness, weight, fat distribution and much more. That's why it's important to find healthy ways to manage your stress like meditation.
