Tips for a healthy life

There is nothing new that i am going to preach here , just common sense advice that you would have read in newspapers and magazines from time to time. This is also from personal experience and observing people closely.

We are what we eat and what we do. So to begin with Eat healthy food. I won't say don't eat this or don't eat that. Eat everything whatever you like - The key is to eat in moderation and eat a variety of food. Try to eat less of salty and sweet food and more of raw fruits and vegetables. Drink lots of water - plain water, not coke or aerated waters. Even fruit juices available at the super markets should be avoided since most of them are made from concentrate and extra sugar is added. Don't stuff yourself in one go , eat in small portions throughout the day.

The next thing after food that contributes to a healthy life style is your day to day activities. How long you sit at one place without getting up matters. Try to walk as much as possible and be active physically even if it is doing household chores like cooking , cleaning , washing etc.. Most of us sit long hours in front of computers and if at all we have to sit, ensure that we get up from the seat often to get some drinks or just to stretch ourselves or to just look out of the window. This not only gives some relaxation to the eyes but also improves your blood circulation which slows down when you sit at one place for a long time. Don't strain yourself at anything. Light morning exercises like yoga is good.

Mental fitness is something which we tend to overlook. Along with good eating habits and physical fitness, it is very important that we stimulate the brain and keep it engaged. Watching movies and television soap operas makes our brain think less and we lose our thinking ability bit by bit. It is important to take time off , solve some games like crossword or sudoku. Taking a solitary walk in the woods also helps to relax the mind. Meditate if possible and read books on topics that interests you.

So to summarize, the key to a healthy life is
* Eat right meaning plenty of fruits,vegetables and natural food.
* Walk ,Walk and Walk and be physically active throughout the day.
* Stimulate and relax your brain by engaging it in doing something which interests you.

Here's to a healthy life to all.