Try these five easy changes for better health. Simple lifestyle changes such as these don’t cost money and can be incorporated into your regular routine. Remember–small adjustments can have a big impact!
Sleep. Do you get enough?
Most adults don’t. It is not just the required seven to nine hours, but according to the American Sleep Association, reaching REM or rapid eye movement is key to calorie burning rest. Thus, sleep is essential to wellness and proper sleep is a necessary change for better health.
Struggling to get to sleep? Reduce your carb intake. Additionally, try a shower or bath before bed. In fact, add some lavender to the tub or on your pillow. Did you know? Lavender has a calming, relaxation effect.
Water. How much do you drink?
Do you measure your water? Water consumption is an easy change. Recommendations vary from eight-8 oz glasses—the 8×8 rule to ½-to-1 oz per pound of body weight. Regardless, start drinking it. Work your way up to the right amount for your body.
Not a fan? Try adding a slice of lemon or mint for a refreshing flavor. In fact, there are several combinations of infused water that makes changing your water consumption easier.
Did you know that drinking a glass of water before a meal helps control overeating? Yes, it does! This skinny girl trick is sure to stop you short of loosening your belt!
To Lunch or Not To Lunch
This Habit is one of the bigger changes to better health
Just skip it! Do you enjoy the lunch hassle? Waiting for food. Eating quickly. Is it relaxing? Consider eating two or three healthy snacks throughout your day instead. Eating a large breakfast and early dinner contribute to better health.
Breakfast is a break in the overnight fast. Starting the day with proteins and veggies energizes the body for the day’s challenges. The snacks curb hunger making a seamless transition to an early dinner. Skipping lunch isn’t a bad alternative, if fact, reallocating the time might serve you better.
Substitutions. What can be Switched?
It seems like substitutions are the quickest change. For starters, switching from coffee to green tea reduces caffeine and adds antioxidants. There are lots of tea options to suit your preference.
How about cooking more and eating out less? Not only does this save money, but if the intention is to prepare a healthy meal, it’s a positive long-term solution. This is especially useful when you utilize meal planning.
It is not all about food though–movement is key. Using the stairs rather than the elevator and parking in the back of the grocery lot are good options too. Fitting movement into your day burns calories and stress.
Stress. Are you Focused on your Circle of Control?
How heavy is your stress? The weight of stress trumps everything else. Whether it is home, work or someone at work, the stress needs to be eliminated or reduced.
Somethings are simply out of our control. Focusing on your circle of control, one example is to use that eliminated lunch break to take a walk. Even small increments can rejuvenate your spirit and help you relax.
Changes for Health Benefit
Wellness is not all or nothing. Try a few ideas and adjust to the best version of you. Start by asking yourself, what’s the one thing I can change today?
