The CEO of your own health refers to being the best leader of your well being in the best possible way. Taking care of your health means you will be better motivated to choose a healthy lifestyle and increase your longevity and performance. Taking control of your health will also halt diseases and illnesses before they become problematic.
Feeling good about yourself will be a boost for your self-esteem and self-image. So, no matter what excuses you have, strive to take one small step today to help add up to big changes tomorrow in your health. Here are some valuable tips to help you take charge.
A BALANCED DIET
Your overall health majorly depends upon the amount and type of food you eat. Your meal must consist of: carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fiber, vitamins, minerals and water. These foods will provide you with the essential nutrients you need: vegetables, fruits, cereals and grains, milk and dairy products, poultry and meat, nuts and seeds. According to recent recommendations, your meal must consist of a half plate serving of fruits and vegetables and the other half serving of proteins and carbohydrates.
A healthy diet will help improve your mental functioning that consists of thinking, focus and concentration along with strengthening your muscles, bones, skin and immune system. When you pledge to eat healthy, the sugar and fatty food consumption automatically reduces which keeps many diseases at bay along with maintaining a healthy weight.
REGULARIZE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Exercise should be a must for your daily routine. It is not a compulsion that you have to take extra time for physical activity everyday. Instead add some extra workouts to your daily chores. For instance, get off the bus one or two stops earlier and walk the rest of the way, take a break to stretch or roll your shoulders in between work breaks, or take the stairs instead of the elevator.
Adding physical activity to your routine assists you to enjoy a healthy gut, healthy heart, good quality sleep, mental sharpness, better mood and controlled blood sugar levels. In totality, these are the ways to live a healthy and longer life span.
UNDERSTAND HEALTH INDICATORS
Health indicators are the guidelines that help you understand your state of health in a better way. These fundamental indicators also give you suggestions on how to achieve your health goals and make improvements if you are lacking behind.
Sleeping pattern - You must aim to fall asleep within 30 minutes of getting in bed and strive to not wake up more than once throughout the night. This will leave you more rested, restored and energized the next morning.
Bowel movements - A normal bowel movement is defined by easy ejaculation of poop without needing to strain. You must be able to empty your colon often enough that you don’t feel bloated or in pain.
Healthy urinary bladder - Pale yellow color urine must be there whenever you go to the toilet. There should not be any leakage or discomfort when you are performing daily activities.
Healthy hair - Your hair must not feel brittle, dry or frizzy. To keep it healthy, brush it daily and wash it every few days (This is not an actionable step. It’s just a fact about hair, thus delete.)
Healthy skin - Well hydrated skin will have an even tone with no irregular sensations like stretching, burning or itching.
Good oral health - Your gums are healthy then they are pink and don’t bleed while flossing or brushing. Cold and hot beverages must not give you any discomfort or sensitivity. A neutral breath is also an indicator of good health.
Menstrual health - A consistent cycle of 28 days which may vary between 21 to 45 days is considered normal.
PRIORITIZE SLEEP
Sleep has a profound effect on both your mental and physical health. Apart from improving your mood and cognitive thinking, sleep also releases hormones that control the energy consumption of the body during metabolism. Here are some ways to calm stress and snooze more soundly.
Make a bedtime routine
Focus on maintaining a relaxing sleep environment in the bedroom
Eliminate screen time before sleeping
Read a book or listen to music before bedtime
PRACTICE GOOD HYGIENIC HABITS
Appropriate personal hygiene prevents or controls many diseases and conditions from hampering your health. It will start with:
Regularly keep your hands, face and body clean
Maintain nail hygiene
Practice clean sanitary habits
Avoid the spreading of infection if you are suffering with a cough or cold
Maintain good menstrual hygiene
Other than personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene is also necessary. Create safe spaces around yourself and be mindful of proper food storage and consumption. These healthy lifestyle changes will assist you in taking control of your health and achieve your goals.
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH BY SOCIALIZING
Socializing is good for your brain health. Social connections give you a sense of belonging and being cared for. Make time for one to three hours of social time every day and starve off the feeling of loneliness. This will enhance your happiness and help you live longer. On the contrary, social isolation drags you to adverse mental problems like depression, poor sleep quality, impaired cognitive function and poor immunity at every stage of life. If you are thriving to build good social relationships, adapt some basic habits such as: Practice effective communication skills, be polite and welcoming, listen more than you speak, give compliments and appreciate others.
AVOID SUBSTANCE USE
Substance use refers to the consumption of harmful substances like drugs, alcohol, tobacco or some inhalants. These substances may give you enjoyment or fun for some time but they deteriorate your health in the long run. They are addictive and cause harm to your mental as well as physical health. Even if you are offered a drink or a cigar, use your will power to say ‘NO,’ and don’t give into peer pressure.
CONCLUSION
Taking control of your health demands learning what is good for your body. Download the JOYSCORE app and make your life worth living with good health habits that will lead to a happy life.
