It’s been two years since Covid appeared, and individuals like us are probably living a sedentary lifestyle, with greater probabilities of physical inactivity, excessive eating, and sitting as we stay at home and are trapped with the meals that have been in our fridge or pantry for a long while.
Many of us, in particular, may have gained some weight thus here are some basic tips and resources for staying at home but still maintaining a healthy lifestyle and body weight for your general well-being.
Keeping a close eye on your nutrition does not imply starvation. Watching your diet is also not just for people who want to lose weight. The method you feed your body and the nutrients you ingest have a significant impact on how energized, focused, active, or inactive your body is.
In the produce section, look for things that are brilliantly coloured. These are usually strong in antioxidants (which neutralize free radicals in our bodies that cause cell damage) and make a more appetizing dish. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for:
- White (Bananas, Mushrooms)
- Yellow (Pineapples, Mangoes)
- Orange (Oranges, Papayas)
- Red (Apples, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Watermelons)
- Green (Guavas, Avocados, Cucumbers, Lettuce, Celery)
- Purple/Blue (Blackberries, Eggplants, Prunes)
Around 60% of our bodies are made up of water. It is required for all major and minor activities, including joint lubrication, temperature regulation, blood flow, digestion, and even breathing. Eight 250ml glasses of water are required on a daily basis on average. Of course, if you’re doing a lot of exercise or live a more active lifestyle, you’ll need more water so make sure you get enough of it!
More than only for looks, it is important to obtain a decent 7-9 hours of sleep to help you deal with stress, focus better, and enhance your overall productivity. If you’re constantly fatigued, figure out what’s causing it. Do not jeopardize the quality of your sleep and invest in a good quality mattress to prevent any disruptions to your beauty rest that may cause aches or pains.
I realize it doesn’t appear to be easy to cut out sugar completely from our lives, and it isn’t. While most meals are OK in moderation, a little sugar combined with a sugar addiction can lead to bad habits. If you’ve discovered that gradually taking sugar out is impossible and that it’s causing you to rebound, cutting it out completely could be the way to go! You can always start by opting for less sweet drinks before moving to sugarless options to ease the transition.
Many fitness experts recommend 30 minutes of exercise 5-6 days a week, with one day off to relax and recover. It doesn’t have to be a heart-pounding, Iron-Man-style workout. Even something as easy as a 30-minute brisk stroll can improve your health and add years to your life.
Taking the stairs at work, going for a 10-15 minute stroll over lunch, or having a little pedaling gadget at your desk can all help. The most important thing is to select an activity that you like rather than one that is a chore.
Some of these may be simpler for you than others, but the most important thing is that you stay focused and committed to living a healthy lifestyle.
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