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He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything'
goes the saying. In today's busy life, we often forget to take
care of our health. Merely visiting health centers
does not help much. There are certain simple things which can be
done without taking any extra pains and spending time. Here are
some steps to a healthy body and mind: s
Move More
Always look for ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice
between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog, chase your
kids, toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your
limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster.
Cut Fat
Avoid fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats. Dairy products such
as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat
versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and
sauces should be eaten in limited amounts.
Quit Smoking
If you are a smoker, quit now. If you see others smoking, try to persuade
them to give up. If you can't, try to keep away. Second hand smoking
is almost as harmful as first hand smoking. Warn your children of
the false romance or 'tough guy' stance of Bollywood smokers.
Reduce Stress
Stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by
experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing
something you like such as soaking in a hot tub, walking on the beach
or in a park, reading a good book, visiting a friend, playing with
your dog, listening to soothing music, watching a funny movie. Get
a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing
your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible.
Protect Yourself from Pollution
If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled
rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising
near busy thoroughfares. Exercise outside when the smog rating is
low. Exercise indoors in air conditioning when air quality is poor.
Plant lots of shrubs in your yard.
Avoid Excessive Drinking
While recent studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day can help
protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health
problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer.
Know your genetic pool well
The link between genetics and health is a powerful one. But just because
one or both of your parents died young in ill health doesn't mean
you cannot counteract the genetic pool handed you.
Follow these basic tips for healthy living and you can better control
your own destiny.
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