Luckily, there are lots of ways to better your lifestyle without throwing your daily routine out of whack.
We’ve put together a list of some relatively small changes you can make to your life right now to start living healthier.
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Eat fruit instead of candy.
Candy is sweet because it contains processed sugar, usually high-fructose corn syrup. Fruit is sweet because it contains natural sugar, but it’sstill good for youbecause it’s also rich in fiber, which helpsyou digest the sugar more slowly.
Shop on a full stomach.
Studies show that people who snack before a grocery trip buy fewer unhealthy foods, possibly because they aren’t driven to make impulse buys out of hunger.
While you’re at it, learn how to cook.
Studies have shown that dieting doesn’t work because cutting out entire foods only makes you want to eat more of them. But cooking at home is linked to eating healthier, saving money on dining out, and boosting self-esteem.
Drink your coffee black.
Studies suggest that coffee is good for you. Some even suggest that drinking three to five cups a day could lead to a longer life. Eliminating milk, cream, sugar, or flavorings will cut calories and maximize coffee’s health benefits. And don’t worry, drinking black coffee won’t make you a psychopath!
Swap the butter on your toast with mashed avocado.
Avocados are a good source of healthy fats. The fleshy green fruit is a mainstay on the “superfood” list its high in nutrients like potassium, magnesium, vitamins C and E, and fiber.
Substitute your white bread with whole wheat.
Whole-wheat bread is higher in fiber than regular white bread, and fiber fills you up and helps with digestion by slowing down the absorption of sugars.
Drink plenty of water.
You’ve heard this before, but the benefits of staying hydrated are numerous, from keeping your body fluids balanced to having more energy. Some fitness experts even claim you can lose weight if you drink water before every meal.
Pick up the pace.
Power walking won’t just get you to your destination sooner. One2013 study of nearly 40,000 regular walkers found that slower walkers had a higher risk of dying than their more briskly paced peers.
Park farther away from your destination (or get off your bus or train one stop early).
This is an easy way to squeeze more physical activity into your daily routine. Walking burns calories may help reduce anxiety and even strengthen bones. And exercise isn’t just good for your body it can help keep your brain healthy, too.
Take the stairs.
This is an easy way to burn calories and tone leg muscles when you can’t find time to squeeze in a traditional workout.
Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth.
This is an easy multitasking activity that can improve your balance, which is critical to your health, especially as you get older.
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Here’s a related video that can inspire you further:
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