Taking care of your health is important, and you may not have been looking after it as much this year if you’ve had other things to worry about. But as we get closer to winter, it’s crucial that you take the time and put more effort into improving your overall health to prevent yourself from getting sick. There are numerous ways you can go about this, and in this post, we are going to discuss quick and easy things you can do that will help you improve your health.
Eat a healthy, balanced diet
There are many people who don’t eat a well-balanced diet and need to start eating better. You should aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables a day as they are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Starchy foods like potatoes, wholewheat pasta, and brown rice are a good source of energy and fibre. Dairy products like milk, yoghurt, and cheese are good for protein and a good source for calcium, and fish like salmon or sardines are high in omega-3 fatty acids which are good for your heart, as well as being a good source of different vitamins and minerals.
Aim to make your diet as colourful as it can be each day as each different naturally coloured food group brings it's own health benefits.
Hire a health coach
If you have decided to create a better life for yourself which involves taking care of your health, then you may want to consider hiring a health trainer. Hiring someone who can help change your lifestyle can be beneficial for many reasons. A health coach can guide you and help you achieve your goals, whether it’s to lose weight through diet and exercise changes or gain a better understanding of potential health risks. By reaching out to a health expert, you will be one step closer to improving your overall health. They can help you switch your unhealthy habits for new healthier ones while motivating and educating you to make long term changes.
Challenge your brain
Try to keep your mind regularly engaged with activities like reading or doing crossword puzzles. These mind exercises can have a protective effect on your brain and can help lower the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Brain health is something that can often be neglected but it’s important to challenge your brain. You could try walking home via a new route or eating with your non-dominant hand to keep your brain engaged. Learning a new skill like a language or an instrument are also good ways to keep your brain stimulated. Another way to look after your mind is by meditating. This will help reduce stress and anxiety and you can incorporate meditation into your everyday routine with a quick 10-minute task each day.
When you take the time to look after your health properly, you will see an improvement in how you think and feel. By making your health a top priority, you can improve your whole lifestyle and it can help prevent you from getting sick. Remember to keep a well-balanced diet, seek expert help to reach your health goals and keep your brain stimulated to lead a better, healthier life.
Louise Mercieca
Nutritional Therapist
Personal Trainer
Award-winning Author
Food writer
Presenter on Early Years TV Food
Keynote speaker
www.thehealthkick.co.uk
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