Guest Author: Gabriel Patel
Health Habits You Might Not Have Considered
We all know the tried-and-true advice of eating well, getting enough sleep, and exercising. However, these are not the only healthy habits that we can insert into our routine to improve our lives. There are many small lifestyle changes that will have a positive impact.
Below, NeeBooFit takes a look at just a few of these.
Use a stand-up desk.
With so many people working from home, stand-up desks have gained in popularity. If you did not get one for Christmas, now might be a great time to upgrade your at-home (or in-office) workspace. A standing desk offers a host of benefits, including improved posture, weight maintenance, and increased efficiency at work. They are relatively inexpensive and can help you keep your body in its best shape.
Shop locally for the freshest foods.
Shopping locally for your groceries is a great way to provide your family with the freshest food possible. This may encourage you – and the kids – to try foods you would not normally eat. Furthermore, according to One Green Planet, buying directly from your hometown farmer also means less packaging to deal with and more jobs in your local area.
Get rid of negative vibes.
It goes without saying that 2020 had definite downsides. The kids may have been home since March, money may be tight, and bad news on TV each morning can cause undeniable anxiety. These factors, coupled with clutter at home and an unchanged environment, may cause your family to be cranky and combative. Make a point to boot negative vibes straight out the window by letting in some fresh air and keeping your home clean and clutter-free.
Pick up some new exercise equipment.
If you need motivation to work out or if you’re looking to update your gear, consider investing in new fitness equipment. A treadmill or an exercise bike can be great options, though they tend to have hefty price tags. Look for used models to save money, but read reviews before you buy. If you want smaller options, consider items from NeeBooFit like resistance tube or pull-up bands, or maybe even massage balls to ease muscle tension. A gear pick-me-up can be a great way to rededicate yourself to daily physical activity!
Increase your B vitamin intake.
Even if you eat a relatively clean diet, the food you eat may not be varied enough to provide your body with the vitamins it needs to function at its best. If you’re not eating salmon, spinach, green vegetables, and whole grains, you may not be getting enough of many B vitamins. Look for a supplement, either a dedicated B complex or a multivitamin, to add to your daily regimen. If your body is B vitamin deficient, upping your levels may help you enjoy more energy and stamina.
Read more.
When you think of things to do for your health, picking up a book probably doesn’t come to mind. However, there is mounting evidence that suggests it should. Reading, among other things, may stave off Alzheimer’s disease, can help you sleep better at night, and will contribute to a positive mood. And if nothing else, reading is a great way to gain knowledge about how to improve other aspects of your well-being.
Getting – and staying – healthy is not the result of a single action. Instead, it is the culmination of good habits that keep your mind and body at their very best. While none of the above tips alone will permanently change your life, changing one bad habit at a time will. So whether you choose to stand up and work or add a multivitamin to your day, everything you do will put health closer within your reach.
Thanks to Gabriel Patel from Health Well Wise for submitting this article to us!
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