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𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲
Your daily routine plays a crucial role in your long-term well-being. Here are five essential health habits to incorporate into your everyday life (based on trusted medical recommendations):
𝟭. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱
Water is essential for nearly every function in the body.
- Aim for approximately 1.5 to 2 litters of water daily (6–8 glasses), depending on your age, gender and activity level.
- Prefer water and unsweetened beverages.
- Avoid excessive consumption of caffeinated drinks and sugary sodas, which may contribute to dehydration.
𝟮. 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆
Sun protection is not just for summer. UV exposure can occur year-round.
- Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
- Apply 15–30 minutes before sun exposure, and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming/sweating.
- Don’t forget commonly missed areas such as ears, back of the neck and hands.
𝟯. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲
Long hours at a desk can impact your physical and mental health.
- Take a 2-3 minute break every 30–60 minutes to stand, walk or stretch.
- Incorporate shoulder rolls, neck stretches and leg movement, to improve circulation.
- Maintain an ergonomic seating position to support spinal health.
𝟰. 𝗘𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗙𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘀 & 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀
Daily intake of fresh produce supports immune function, digestion and energy levels.
- Aim for at least 5 portions per day.
- Prioritise nutrient-rich options like leafy greens, carrots, berries, apples, citrus fruits and tomatoes, for their high vitamin and antioxidant content.
- Vary your colours - each one offers different health benefits.
𝟱. 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹
Quality sleep is essential for brain function, mood and overall health.
- Adults should aim for 7–9 hours per night.
- Keep the bedroom cool (around 18–20°C), dark and quiet.
- Avoid heavy meals, screen exposure and caffeine at least 2 hours before bedtime, to improve sleep quality.
𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀.