While there are many lifestyle choices a person can do to stay healthy, most experts agree that there are five key behaviors that can start to increase our chances of remaining in excellent physical condition. The beneficial advice presented in this article are by far, not a list of all-inclusive. In research studies around the world, health experts have shown that our participation in the following five functions healthy is essential to maintaining a healthy body, mind and spirit.
Lets Eat
We hear it all the time, eat healthy! Food of the physical body is very important, but the general term healthy eating doesn't really explain how we can get the best food in our body and stay healthy. Since this issue alone could take up pages of explanation about what 'healthy eating' means, let's see some valuable tips you can use to make the best choices from today.
* Do not stuff yourself. It has long been known that overeating can cause weight gain, forget the energy stores of the body to very low and dangerous imbalances and create havoc on our metabolism or metabolic rate. The best advice is to eat in moderation and only until you feel satisfied. Eat smaller meals throughout the day.
* Eat a majority of healthy foods. Fresh raw vegetables and fruits, lean meats, less fat and whole grains. Vegetarians and non vegetarians alike should investigate and find the best foods for their bodies. Whatever your choice of diet and food lifestyle, be sure to stay away from sugar and processed foods (anything in a box).
* Finally, make the meals you expect. If you look at food as something to be enjoyed and savored, they are less likely to do something mealtime who resign themselves to 'have to do.' Stop the trips to fast food restaurants or popping a frozen meal in the microwave. Take time to plan meals. Learn to cook or find recipes that are healthy. Cooking ahead several and have them ready to heat.
In general, healthy eating means making wise choices for your body. Wise decisions come from the investigation of healthy foods. There are many foods considered 'super' and they need to be part of routine nutrition. Almonds, avocados, skim milk, green tea, blueberries, and raw or fresh fruit and vegetables, salmon, oatmeal, and melon, are just some of the super you could be enjoying right now. Along with healthy eating from food sources, we must be sure to include vitamins and supplements in our daily routine.
Its time to take your vitamins
Along with the suggestions in the search for healthy foods to eat, eating the right amount of vitamins and nutrients are equally important. Your body is going to require some very important vitamins and nutrients, not only to stay healthy, but to survive. Heres some tips to get you on the right track.
* Research and learn about vitamins and supplements.
* As mentioned earlier, research on 'healthy' food and feeding habits are essential. While youre looking in that area begin to explore their needs for vitamins.
* Take a daily multivitamin. If nothing else, start taking a multi-vitamin every day.
Read the label and make sure:
* If you are pregnant or are taking a prenatal vitamin or folic acid.
* As a woman who is receiving the proper amount of calcium for their age category and observe iron intake. Women who are post menopause do not need extra iron.
* If you are a man, make sure you get adequate amounts of lycopene has been shown to protect and maintain the health of the prostate.
Now that we have discussed healthy eating and intake of proper vitamins and supplements, your body needs some more things to maintain good health.
Lets Get Moving
Exercise is essential for good health and adequate nutrition bodys. Many of us seem to think that we have to run 10 miles a day or work in the gym for hours to get the right amount of exercise. Experts have said they need to exercise in the form of that increase our heart rate (cardiovascular) and exercises that tone the body (stretch type). The exercise should also be of FUN. Here are some ideas for you to consider when adding exercise to your daily routine.
* Any amount of exercise is better than doing nothing at all. If you just cannot stand the thought of going to a gym and the development of several hours a day and then try these:
* Put the remote control next to the TV and get out. Getting up to change channels.
* Park in the farthest parking whenever you can go somewhere.
* Use the stairs rather than elevators.
* If an exercise routine appeals to you then consider these suggestions:
* Pick something they love. Did you take dance lessons as a child and loved it? Find a dance teacher who will instruct adults after work.
* Find a gym that offers a good price and a personal trainer included in your membership.
* Start using the pool in your backyard or neighborhood.
Most fitness experts agree that a minimum of 30 minutes a day would be better than nothing. Finally, two of the most important health tips that can be offered in addition to proper nutrition, vitamin intake and exercise are a good nights sleep and drink lots of water.
Surprisingly the research that has emerged in the 21st century on sleep. Just do not get enough. Our busy lifestyles seem to have troubled sleep or even rest periods at the lowest point on our list of priorities. There is only one important suggestion to offer. Sleep a little. Studies have found that today's children in 2006 are falling asleep in class. They are continually late or tardy to class. They have little energy to do during the day. Wonder where they might be picking up this habit?
The adults are also fatigued. Studies production rates in some large firms say the blame for most adults is working too tired, stress (or the inability to relax and reduce stress levels) or just staying up late at night.
Our bodies need rest and sleep. Sleep is the time to repair our bodies. These repairs can range from healing and frustrate your illness potential, rejuvenating our energy systems, maintaining and keeping our emotions in balance, to name a few. Find out what you need in the hours of sleep. If you need 6, 7 or 8 hours sleep, go to bed at a time when this can be done.
Hydrate! Hydrate! Hydrate!
Add to the list of 'things I need to do to stay healthy' water. Drink as much water as you can tolerate. There is an endless list of benefits of hydrating your body with water. Some are:
* Hydration means elimination. Naturally, what goes in must come out. Staying hydrated means of waste disposal healthy and less painful.
* As a benefit feels good, hydrated skin is less dry, itchy and flaky. It also seems more vibrant and healthy.
Do some research on new healthy drinking water. Many of them have more vitamins, no sugar and no artificial colors or flavors. They are a great source of healthy fluid intake. Some are geared specifically for the needs of women and the special needs of the most athletic. Take a bottle with you in your exercise routine.
For many of us, the application of any of these five tips for healthy living can be very difficult. Taking the time to research what to eat, adequate vitamin intake, making sure to drink plenty of water and find a workout routine that will take us moving may seem daunting at first. Adding to this, we must find time to get enough sleep. To live a long and healthy life these behaviors must be part of our lives. The most important investment ever made in our lives is the commitment to start healthy habits as a daily routine.
