Have you ever imagined living vigilant and active through old age? Well, like an Energizer Bunny, you can do so.
You just need to master a few health tips for a younger you.
Tip number one is to quit the chocolate.
You can get the same sugar fix in chocolate from fruits or honey on toast.
Besides being healthier alternatives for quenching your craving, the high natural sugar embedded in fruits and honey makes them good sources of carbohydrates.
If you cannot resist eating chocolate, you should choose the high quality one with less sugar, i.
e.
the dark chocolate.
Reduce on your coffee and alcohol intake as well.
These stimulants may give boost your energy levels initially after which you will experience an energy low.
The worst thing about them is that they are addictives.
You will always crave for more.
You can fill the gap by drinking more water instead.
It helps neutralize the harmful effects of these addictives if adequately consumed in between.
As far as food is concerned, reduce the amounts but eat more often.
Eat something after every three hours to maintain the stability of your blood sugar and energy levels.
This enables your body to burn calories more often, speeding up your metabolism, hence helping trim down your weight.
You will not only be happy, but also healthy and prosperous.
This external mood will surely be a reflection of how cheerful you are in the inside.
If you show high spirits, you easily regain energy even when you feel dull.
Your cheerful nature will impact on the people around you, making you even gain more positive energy.
Exercise is part of the recipe as it is what helps you feel naturally high.
It enables your body to release endorphins, the feel-good chemicals responsible for happy moods.
Exercise done on a regular basis not only promotes relaxation, and stress reduction, but also improves the quality of your sleep.
Making it a habit to exercise can be tedious though.
Engaging in something you enjoy can be of great help.
Yoga is a good option for non-athletes.
Running or hiking will do just great for those who are into rigorous physical challenge.
If you get into something you surely enjoy, the entire routine will become fun that you will always be looking forward to.
Having a fit body further enhances your self-esteem.
If you start working out with the aim of staying fit and fabulous, you will start feeling good about yourself.
The idea that you are into the habit of self-improvement gives you a sense of pride and accomplishment.
On seeing your hard work come to fruition, you will feel good and ready to take on just about anything that crosses your mind.
Your body works as a system.
One part of the body compliments the other.
That is why a toothache, make you feel pain even in the other parts of the body.
If there is no defect or fault in your system, just like a newly-fueled machine, you will certainly feel healthier and better.
Your body will not register any unhealthy conditions like high blood pressure, lack of energy, increased risk of and diabetes, among others.
At least you now know why you should not be languishing on that couch rather than hitting the closest gym.