Together, let's tackle growing lifestyle issues and build a healthy and resilient future.
We are creatures of habit, some are good and some are not. In today's fast-paced world, it is important to develop healthy habits to prevent the early onset of lifestyle diseases such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, and diabetes. Changes in lifestyle coupled with external factors such as poor food choices, increased stress levels, and environmental pollution have led even young people in India to grapple with these lifestyle challenges. Let's review these habits for a healthier, happier life. On the article, Cheryl Sallis, Registered Dietitian, Founder of Nurture Health Solutions, Partner at Saffola Nutrition, We show you simple, practical steps that can be easily incorporated into your daily life and pave the way to health-conscious habits.
- Limit your intake of added sugars: To be conscious about your intake, check your ketchup labels, sauces, salad dressings, or packaged fruit drinks for added sugar. Look for and identify words ending in “ose” such as sucrose, dextrose, fructose, or “syrup” in the list of ingredients on the package label. [added sugars]. Choose fresh fruit instead of fruit juice. When baking, replace sugar with mashed bananas, blended dates, or sweet potatoes, which add moisture and sweetness in addition to vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Save sweet snacks and desserts for later, or enjoy them in moderation.
- 150-300 minutes of moderate physical activity each week: Consider setting a goal of 10,000 steps a day to suit your fitness level. Track your steps with a fitness band or watch and start with a modest number of steps, gradually increasing your steps to 500 steps each day. Get off the train or bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way for additional activities. Even doing housework and doing yoga are important to stay healthy and alert.
- Reduce your salt intake. Keep your sodium in check and watch your salt intake, as too much sodium can increase blood pressure levels. To maintain balance, drink plenty of water and snack on snacks such as bread, biscuits, and processed foods in moderation. Remember to consume sodium-rich snacks like pickles, papads, and sauces in moderation and check the label for sodium content.
conclusion
Building healthy habits is like diving into a story of learning and self-discovery. It's all about incorporating these simple steps into your daily routine, staying committed to it, and building your path to a healthier lifestyle. Together, let's tackle rising lifestyle issues and build a healthy and resilient future.
