Living a Healthy Life
We neglect to take care of ourselves because we are so busy rushing through each day. It really is no surprise that so many of us feel worn out and depleted. What easy actions may we take to enhance our quality of life?
It might be easy to disregard our health and fitness in the fast-paced society we live in. We neglect to take care of ourselves because we're so busy rushing through our daily lives—family, friends, job, social events. It really is no surprise that so many of us feel worn out and depleted. What easy actions may we take to enhance our quality of life?
Drink, drink, drink...
Drink more water! You've heard it a million times and probably will again and again.
Consider this: The average person is 72% water. A 5% decrease in fluid volume results in a 25–30% energy loss. Fluid loss of 15% results in death! Currently, 66% of us don't consume enough water, which means that more than half of the population isn't functioning optimally before factors like poor air quality, an unhealthy diet, and stress start to have an impact.
It's actually not that tough to fix. You'll notice a significant increase in energy if you just drink one glass of water every half hour or so, or 10 to 12 glasses daily.
The motto is "Living Food, Loving Life!"
It's a little-known truth that food loses a lot of its nutritional value when heated above 116°F. That's a significant issue given that we currently don't consume enough vegetables. Dietitians advise eating five servings of fresh vegetables daily. How many of us truly follow that recommendation?
Juicing your vegetables is a fantastic way to receive the nutrients present in fresh vegetables without spending all day at the stove or munching on raw celery sticks. Pick up some fresh veggies, make sure you have a quality juicer (some juicers subject vegetables to heat caused by friction while juicing, which breaks down essential enzymes), and drink your way to health. It is more convenient and takes a tiny fraction of the time (there isn't any cooking). You may bring your juice to work and even pack some for the kids' lunches at school.
Particularly, wheatgrass is a great source of nourishment. It contains more than 100 essential nutrients that the body needs and is rich in chlorophyll, which is frequently called "plant blood" because of how much it mimics the molecules found in human red blood cells. Another great source of vitamins and minerals is fresh grain.
Energy In, Energy Out is the motto.
For most of us, exercise is just another derogatory term. The truth is that working out doesn't have to take a ton of time or be unbearably monotonous. There are a lot of choices.
In the past, gyms often had weight rooms, aerobics programs, and sometimes a treadmill circuit. You may now add step classes, dance exercise, yoga, pilates, and water aerobics to your list of fitness alternatives.
Try an exercise bike or walker if you don't really have the time or money for the gym or would rather spend your mornings and evenings at home. Without my exercise bike, I'd be lost. I put it up in front of the TV and pedal joyfully while watching my favorite programs.
If you have a poor level of fitness or are as unwell or injured as I am, you may want to think about some wise counsel my doctor gave me:
When you're physically unfit, it may be quite difficult to even do the most basic amount of exercise each day, especially if you're also sick. The risk is that ceasing to move results in greater energy loss, creating a vicious cycle until you are so exhausted that you can hardly move.
Starting gently is a great way to get back into a regular physical regimen. It could seem ridiculously sluggish. Start off by walking or riding for precisely 5 minutes each day for the first several weeks, even if you feel like you could go longer. Increase to 7 minutes once the two weeks are done, then 10 minutes, and finally 12 minutes. Once you reach a level that seems comfortable, keep steadily increasing your activity.
Although it may seem absurd, it really works. Your body is effectively tricked into creating extra energy. Your body doesn't fully realize what is occurring since you are increasing your workout time so gradually. If you use this approach, it won't be long until you're regularly exercising inside your comfort zone.
So, there you have it, guys. You'll be well on your way to living a healthy life if you can adjust your schedule a little to make room for improved eating habits and some exercise, and if you remember to just drink a glass of water every half hour or so. Last but not least, remember to spend some alone time with yourself. A great technique to reduce stress is to practice meditation. Give yourself 5 minutes of quiet time every day—even in the shower if that's the only place you can get some alone time—and have a little catch-up with yourself. You don't need to hang around for hours.
Finally, but certainly not least, laugh! In fact, the louder you laugh, the better. You'll be astounded at how much something so simple can make you feel better!
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