HEALTH & WELLNESS S P E C I A L S E C T I O N
Some general ways to keep your back and neck healthy
are regular exercise, stress management, proper posture,
healthy weight, nutrition for strong bones, wearing
appropriate shoes, and not smoking.
Foot Health
It is important to stay healthy from head to toe, including
your feet. There are 26 bones and 33 joints in your foot and
ankle, making the possibility for issues very high. From
sprains and fractures to ingrown toenails, bunions, corns,
and athlete’s foot, we may find ourselves hiding our foot
problems in a pair of shoes. But overlooking foot health
can lead to greater problems if left untreated. Taking a few
simple steps to ensure foot health is easy to do:
• Keep feet clean and dry.
• Make sure to trim toenails regularly and straight across.
• Wear shoes that fit properly.
• Don’t ignore discolored or cracking toenails.
• Wear shoes in public places to avoid fungal infections.
Overall Health
Overall health and well-being starts from the inside out.
Begin by providing your body with the nutrients it needs
to work properly. You will have more energy and feel better
every single day that you eat healthy, nutritious foods,
drink plenty of water, and get in some exercise. While
physical wellness is crucial for a healthy life, it is important
not to overlook mental wellness. This includes emotional,
psychological, and social well-being. Mental health is
important throughout all stages of life, from childhood
to adulthood. While good physical health directly affects
mental health, you should care for your mental health in
different ways.
• Love yourself and treat yourself with kindness and
respect.
• Surround yourself with people who make you happy.
• Meditate and/or pray to provide yourself with time to
silently reflect on all of the positive aspects of life.
• Try something new to break away from the daily grind.
• Get help when you feel like you cannot help yourself. ■
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