A few simple changes to your day-to-day routine can help you create a whole new lifestyle that can drastically improve your health and overall well being. Implementing these habits slowly over time can help with some great long term benefits and boost health.
Eat Healthy
Food is fuel for our body. Maintaining a healthy diet helps boost energy plus enhances mood and productivity. Our bodies will naturally feel the best when we fill it with nutritious food which can easily be processed. You can start by opting for some healthy alternatives like choosing a green smoothie instead of your normal after dinner desert or having a light bowl of oats instead of a tempting slice of cake. Increasing one’s intake of vegetables is also a great source of vitamins and minerals to increase the volume of your meals to keep keep yourself full for half the calories.
Exercise Regularly
Your body is your most important asset and the best way to take care of it is by exercising regularly. The best type of exercise can be those which incorporate breathing such as light jogging and Natural Energy Qi Practices. These exercises are gentle but help regulate breathing, promote tranquility and mental peace. Exercise is a great stress reliever and helps to boost confidence, when you feel good internally it will exude externally.
Get Enough Sleep
One of the most important daily habits which is crucial to maintain, includes getting a good night’s sleep. A good amount of sleep is required to enable us to concentrate better, process information, maintain a healthy weight and lower stress. Getting sufficient restful sleep, ranges from an average of seven to nine hours per night. This will improve our energy levels for the day ahead and keep us alert and productive.
Drink More Water
Drinking enough water daily has endless benefits. It can help improve skin, promote cardiovascular health, keep muscle and joints lubricated and cleanses toxins from your body. Its is important to keep your body happy and hydrated by drinking a minimum of 7 glasses of water a day especially before each meal. An interesting tip for those of you who find water too plain is to add a hint of flavor by incorporating some fresh fruit slices into your drink such as grapefruit, strawberry, lemon or even cucumber slices just to give it a little kick!
Practice Your Qi
People with balanced Qi typically have good endurance, digestion, and immunity. This enables them to be able to recover from illness and injury easily. To maintain good Qi we need to practice clean habits, take care of mental health and avoid toxic relationships. As important as it is to maintain our “vital energy” through good sleep and eating well, mental health is also crucial. It is extremely important to seek help or professional consultation for those who suffer from anxiety or depression in order to keep your Qi flowing effectively.
