Cebu City - New years are good opportunity to start new and become better version of ourselves. Making healthy lifestyle changes, quitting harmful habits, and improving your well-being are all fantastic things to do at the start of a new year. Among these include getting back in shape and losing weight.

Here are some actions you can do to improve your health in the coming year and reach your wellness objectives:

Lose weight and keep it off.
One of the most significant actions you can take toward better health is making a resolve to lose weight. Your chance of developing chronic diseases including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure can be decreased by losing merely five to ten percent of your body weight. Lose one to two pounds every week and lose weight successfully over the long run.

Eat a healthy diet.
Both what you eat and how you eat are factors in healthy eating. It's crucial to consume the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables each day. Fiber-rich foods make you feel fuller for longer, which aids in weight loss. To further guide you, follow the Pinggang Pinoy as your daily meal guide. You risk overeating if you eat too quickly, so take your time and chew each bite thoroughly. Enjoy every meal by turning off the TV and putting your phone away.

Sit less, move more.
Going to the gym every day might not be realistic if you haven't worked out in a while. A more realistic resolution is to just increase your physical exercise on a daily basis. Any quantity of physical activity provides some health advantages, so you should exercise if you have a few minutes to spare. It's simpler than you would imagine to fit in exercise when you're busy. Look into chair exercises if you have limited mobility. Sitting less and moving more are simple ways to become more active. Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park further away from the grocery store's entrance, and work out while watching TV.

Take steps to reduce stress.
Maintaining good overall mental and physical health requires taking care of oneself, which includes learning how to manage stress. Simple things like practicing breathing techniques, taking a stroll, or listening to music can help you feel more at ease if your stress levels are out of control. Explore healthy strategies to relieve stress because ongoing stress has a negative impact on your health and wellbeing.

Get more sleep.
When you get enough rest, your mind can relax and rejuvenate, which strengthens your immune system and improves emotional wellness. You may improve your chances of getting the rest you require by establishing a calming evening ritual, reducing screen time before bed, and creating a peaceful sleeping environment. Be steadfast. Including on weekends, go to bed at the same time and wake up at the same time every day.

Create a plan to stop smoking.
Smoking damages almost all of the body's organs and is a major contributor to non-communicable diseases in the country and the world. Smoking can result in nicotine addiction and mouth cancer. If you smoke, have a strategy to stop. Your doctor or other healthcare professional can suggest nearby resources to assist you in developing a quit plan that is suitable for you.

Schedule an annual checkup.
Staying healthy can be achieved by visiting your physician annually and utilizing your preventive care coverage. Your doctor can spot little health issues before they develop into more serious ones with routine examinations and preventive screenings. Early sickness detection also often results in more successful treatment.

Following through on your New Year’s resolution is challenging. Not everybody may actually keep these resolutions nor all these resolutions may be accomplished. However, you are more likely to succeed if you set goals that fit your lifestyle. Creating healthy new habits takes time and energy. Partner your goals with discipline and for sure, following these suggestions can ensure that you continue down the path to a healthier, happier you. // DMO II Norre Jean V. delos Santos