Cebu City - Deciding to make a change in your life is never easy. Breaking old habits and creating healthy ones can be challenging and even discouraging at times. However, it’s not impossible. Here are the different ways you can do to a healthier and happier life.
- Measure and watch your weight. Keeping track of your body weight on a daily or weekly basis will help you see what you’re losing and/or what you’re gaining.
- Limit unhealthy foods and eat healthy meals. Do not forget to eat breakfast and choose a nutritious meal with more protein and fiber and less fat, sugar, and calories. For more information on weight-control foods and dietary recommendations, visit nnc7Facebook Page.
- Increase your intake of fruits and vegies. Taking five servings of fruits and vegetables is your sure way to get the needed vitamins and minerals needed by the body. Many micronutrients are vital to your immune system, including vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, and E, as well as zinc, iron, copper, selenium, and magnesium.
- Drink water and stay hydrated, Drink 8-10 glasses of water per is needed to stay hydrated. Limit intake of sugar sweetened beverages to reduce risk od diabetes.
- Exercise regularly and be physically active. The American Heart Association suggests an hour of physical activity everyday. At this time, at-home workouts may be a good idea. But you can also walk your dog or run outside. Indulge in the exercise program you enjoy.
Start making healthy lifestyle a habit and the best time is NOW. // PDO I Joyce M. Santillan, RND
REFERENCE:
https://fsph.iupui.edu/doc/10-Tips-Healthy-Lifestyle