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11. Drink a Glass of Water With Every Meal 17. Go for a Walk During Your Breaks
Drinking enough water can help maintain healthy brain
function, concentration and a positive mood. Finding time to exercise is a real problem for many
people around the world, especially with work. In fact,
there is plenty of evidence that shows a lack of exercise
is linked with poor mental and physical health.
Bottom Line: Water is important for optimal health and
performance. If you struggle to drink enough water, try to
have a glass with each meal.
12. Make a Grocery List before You Shop
Studies have shown that people who use grocery lists
are more likely to eat healthier and carry less weight.
Bottom Line: A grocery list can help you make healthier
decisions when shopping and prevent impulse buys.
Studies have also shown that lists can help you eat
healthier.
13. Shop on a Full Stomach
Shopping on an empty stomach can be a disaster if
you’re trying to get healthy.
Bottom Line: Shopping on an empty stomach can make
you more likely to make impulse buys. Try shopping after a
meal to avoid temptations in the supermarket.
14. Choose Real Foods Over Highly Processed Foods
Simply eating more real foods can help you get
healthier with minimal effort. Here are a few examples
of real foods: Apples, Bananas, Spinach, Brown rice,
Unprocessed meats, Whole eggs
Bottom Line: In modern society, people are eating
more highly processed foods than ever, which are low
in nutrients. Simply choosing real foods can help you
eat healthier as they have more nutrients and fiber.
15. Practice Mindful Eating
Mindful eating is based on the concept of mindfulness.
Here are a few simple tips that can help you become a
more mindful eater: Eat food slowly. Chew thoroughly.
Focus on how you feel when you’re eating. Turn off the
TV and put your phone away.
Bottom Line: Mindful eating is a powerful tool to help you
eat healthier. It helps you pay attention to what, why and
how fast you are eating.
16. Eat Sitting Down
In today’s fast-paced society, people are always
eating on the go. However, research has shown that
eating on the go can affect your ability to process
hunger signals.
Bottom Line: Sitting down while you eat can help you
process hunger signals better and eat less overall food.
Bottom Line: Walking during your breaks is a great way
to fit exercise into a busy schedule. Try walking with a few
colleagues to help make it a habit.
18. Take the Stairs Instead of the Elevator
Taking the stairs is great for your long-term health.
If you are constantly moving between levels in your
office, taking the stairs could help improve your fitness
and productivity.
Bottom Line: Taking the stairs is a great way to fit exercise
into your routine. Surprisingly, it also seems to be faster
than taking an elevator.
19. Try Using a Standing Desk
People are sitting for longer than ever before.
Research has shown that people in the same job who
use standing desks were 53% more productive over
six months.
Bottom Line: A standing desk could help you stay on your
feet longer while working. Studies show that people who
sit for longer have a higher risk of chronic diseases.
20. Unplug From Technology an Hour Before Bed
Quality sleep is absolutely essential for optimal health.
However, roughly 50 to 70 million Americans suffer
from poor sleep.
Bottom Line: If you suffer from poor sleep, try avoiding
technology an hour before bed. Devices like your
phone and computer emit blue light, which can keep
you up for longer.
21. Sleep at the Same Time Every Night
Besides poor sleep quality, a lot of people struggle to
fall asleep. It can leave you exhausted, feeling sluggish
and even increase your risk of chronic.
Bottom Line: Having a set sleep time, even on weekends,
can help you get to sleep faster. It helps train your internal
clock to fall asleep at a set time.
22. Try Regular Meditation
Stress can have a major toll on your overall health.
Bottom Line: Meditation is a great way to relieve stress.
Try incorporating it into your routine a couple times
per week.