Daily Healthy Tips

When it comes to being healthy and fit, it's the little things you do every day that make a difference. Here are the things I try to do to stay strong, lean, and full of energy so I can live a long, healthy life. Some are harder to stick to than others (like exercising before work), but when I make an effort, I always feel better. I'm curious to know if you're doing them, too, and if you're not, you may learn some new tips to leading a healthier life.

There are a few healthy habits which can be followed in daily routine life. These habits will improve blood circulation in the body and also increases the energy levels and fitness.

Exercise

If you are planning to add a daily dose of exercise to your routine, this is the right time to start. There is nothing like an early morning walk to start with. A good brisk walk of about 30 minutes will recharge your batteries for the day.

Half way round you could also exercise your joints by gently moving them around in different directions. If you are in your 30s, you could also jog for a brief while. People with arthritis must avoid jogging or too brisk walk. Avoid polluted areas for a walk. A couple of rounds in a nearby park will pump your spirits up.

If you are game for company, motivate your neighbors to join. Some like walking alone. Such people can try taking a Walkman along and listen to some good morning ragas.

A good walk in the evenings too is beneficial for health. When exercising outdoors in the winter time, choose all weather, well cushioned flat-soled shoes and thick cotton socks.

Breathe Well

Did you know that the average person reaches peak respiratory function and lung capacity in their mid 20's? Then they begin to lose respiratory capacity: between 9 and 25% for every decade of life! So, unless you are doing something to maintain or improve your breathing capacity, it will decline, and with it, your general health, your life expectancy, and for that matter, your spirit too!

Be aware of your breathing. There�s a pretty good chance you aren�t breathing correctly. At rest, when sleeping, while running � you can probably breathe different and breathe better. Most people have unhealthy breathing habits? They hold their breath or breathe high in the chest or in a shallow, irregular manner. These patterns have been unconsciously adopted, accidentally formed, or emotionally impressed. Certain "typical" breathing patterns actually trigger physiological and psychological stress and anxiety reactions!

Eat the right food

While we eat what we like and relish, we also need to fulfill the desires of our tummies. Your digestive system needs some support and hence, try and consume as much raw vegetables and fruits as possible. 51% of every meal should be Raw food. While this is ideal, it is practically impossible for most. But those who follow this will definitely see a huge difference in their lifestyle within 4-5 weeks in terms of reduced weight, active and ability to think better.

Daily Tips

To keep eye lashes smooth
To keep eye lashes smooth , brush them with petroleum jelly before going to bed.

Bitter Gourd juice help cure hangover
Bitter Gourd juice help cure hangover . It also helps cleanse , repair and reduce liver problem caused due to alcohol.

Gargling with warm water
Gargling with warm water and pinch of salt after brushing everyday helps reduce tooth ache.

Carrot juice
Carrot juice protects skin from sun damage.

Application of henna
Application of henna to hair very often causes hair to become more brittle and break easily.

Aloe Vera promotes
Aloe Vera promotes good hair growth and is also a good conditioner.

Tomatoes being rich in antioxidants
Tomatoes being rich in antioxidants help lower the risk of high cholesterol induced damage of arteries.

On one leg for 8 to 10 seconds can improve
Standing on one leg for 8 to 10 seconds can improve concentration and balance your mind.

Pomegranate juice
Pomegranate juice contains a high concentration of antioxidants that help prevent prostate and breast cancer.

Consumption of Almonds
Consumption of Almonds lowers cholesterol and also reduces the risk of life style disease.

Ginger Helps
Scent of fresh cut ginger helps cure nausea and also helps in reducing anxiety and depression.

For PMS (Pre Menstrual Syndrome)
For PMS (Pre Menstrual Syndrome) A Diet rich in potassium can ease PMS. (eg. Fish,beans, brocolli)

For Hiccups
A Teaspoon of vinegar swallowed cure hiccups.

For Constipation
Guava eaten with seeds provide roughage that relives constipation.

Take A Nap And Lose Weight

You hit the gym about four times a week. You sincerely watch what you eat. But you don't seem to be losing weight!!!!

The reason could be all those late nights that you are awake. If you want to lose weight, experts say you need to get enough sleep. Specifically, researchers have reported that women who sleep 5 hours or less per night generally weigh more than women who sleep 7 hours per night.

Sleep deprivation plays havoc on hormones. Leptin and ghrelin work in a kind of "checks and balances" system to control feelings of hunger and fullness. The hormone 'Ghrelin' is responsible for creating the hunger pangs and the hormone 'Leptin' tells the brain when to stop. When you don't sleep the Ghrelin levels increase and the Leptin levels decrease. The result is increased craving for food and not being satisfied inspite of eating more than you normally do.

So what's the connection to sleep? "When you don't get enough sleep, it drives leptin levels down, which means you don't feel as satisfied after you eat. Lack of sleep also causes ghrelin levels to rise, which means your appetite is stimulated, so you want more food,"

Secondly, the growth hormone is secreted, for the most part, during first round of sleep. This hormone plays a very vital role in managing the body weight as it controls the body's proportion of muscle and fat. When you don't get enough sleep the body tends to secrete less of this hormone resulting in increased body fat. Aging is another factor which reduces the time we spend in deep sleep which in turn reduces the secretion of growth hormones. This significantly increases the chances of weight gain.

A session of peaceful sleep helps reduce stress. Lack of sleep increases the stress and increased glucose levels. Sleep deprivation puts your body into a starvation mode. Sleep deprived people tend to eat high calorie sweets, salty snacks. This is because of the increased craving for food. Sleep deprivation and sluggishness go hand in hand. Lack of sleep reduces the physical activity levels. Even small activities like siting, standing, fidgeting are significantly reduced and hence you burn fewer calories there by making weightless difficult.

How many hours of sleep does one need?

If you are unsure of how many hours of sleep you need, then experiment. Sleep as much as you can for four nights in a row. The amount of time that you sleep the last night is the approximate hours of sleep that you need every night. That's because by the fourth night your body is refreshed completely and the body clock will reach the natural rhythm. Make sure you are on a balanced diet and also exercise 4-5 times a week. The health tip for a healthy body is a good night's sleep.

Tips for Good night's sleep

1. Don't go to bed hungry. This does not mean that we should have a heavy dinner, A light dinner diet rich in sleep inducing amino acid tryptophan can help.
2. Exercise at least three hours before bed time. Physical activity contributes to sleep. But exercising too close to bedtime increases the metabolism rate and alertness thus preventing sleep.
3. Take a warm water bath before bedtime. The body temperature will drop once you finish your bath thus inducing sleep.
4. keep your days active. Resist the temptation to nap during the day, so that your body is ready to sleep during the night.

Daily Healthy Habits

�We first make our habits, and then our habits make us� these are the golden words by John Dryden.  So here is a list of  healthy habits to make your healthy living easier. The habits are organized to guide you through out the day from your morning caffeine fix to bedtime, with a few general habits that are important for any time of day. With better awareness you can make better choices and when you make better choices, you will see better results, Here they are:

Wake Up Early: Wake up at 5.30am thank the 'Almighty Creator' for the sweet nap you enjoyed and spend some time for working on yourself before going to work. Don't hit the snooze button continuously on alarm and try to get up on the first ring. Here you may ask? Why wake up early? Well let me explain why ...............click here to read more

Good morning

 
Exercise Daily: You may be exercising 4 times a week or thrice a week but tell me frankly how often you tell yourself I Will Exercise Tomorrow Instead, It is very easy way to bunk your exercise routine. But setting the expectation of daily exercise will remove this potential excuse and within weeks you will see the benefits of this daily habit. People who exercise live longer on average than those who don't. According to dozens of studies, regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some forms of cancer, and depression. Exercise may even help you stay mentally sharp in your old age. 10 to 20 minute spurts of activity are fine, as long as they add up to about 2.5 to 5 hours of moderate exercise per week.

Review or Rewrite Your Goals: Doing this you will get closer to achieving your goals each day. Starting the day by reviewing or rewriting your goals means that you have better awareness of them throughout the day, also Write a �To Do� list about your important tasks in your pocket diary or type it on your mobile phone. put a mark on them as they are completed. So simple, yet so effective. You will feel in control and much organized.

Visualize the Day Ahead: Take a few minutes to shut your eyes in the morning and visualize what you would like to happen in the coming day a whole day of endless possibilities lies ahead. Doing this often you will see some of your desires become reality, Isn't it amazing.

Check The News Headlines: I think it�s important to have an idea of what is happening in our community and the world. If you don�t like reading much at least check the main stories, read some motivational materials or listen to some ,you will feel inspired throughout the day.

Make Your Morning Drink Healthy: Chances are you have a favorite early morning caffeine routine � but is it a healthy habit or a noxious fix? Try some of these, Regular or flavored brewed coffee (black), Espresso, Americano (espresso topped with hot water),
Misto or cafe au lait with skim or low fat milk (half regular coffee, half steamed milk) If you read more in the morning try some of these.

• Latte with skim or low fat milk (a shot or two of espresso that has been poured into a cup filled with steamed milk and then topped off with foamed milk)
• Cappuccino with skim or low fat milk (usually one-third espresso, one-third steamed milk, and one-third foamed milk � more foam than a latte)
• Macchiato with skim or low fat milk (an espresso with a small amount of milk on top)
• Tea (plain black, green, white, and herbal teas; hot and iced)

The goal is to avoid sweetening your drink, but if you have to, try using just one teaspoon of real sugar (it only has 20 calories) and forget the chemicals that come with artificial sweeteners. Also, try sprinkling your drink with spices available at many coffee joints. Cinnamon and nutmeg add sweetness and flavor to your favorite brew without any calories.

Take Time to Look Good: it�s a reality of life that people judge us by our appearance. I take a few minutes each morning to ensure I go out into the world looking the best I can.


Connect With Nature: Spending time outdoors in nature is great for your sense of well-being. Try to feel it......as we are a small part of this amazing universe, change in nature affects our body.

Put First Things First: Many people have their day controlled by tasks that are urgent , but not necessarily important. Examples include interruptions, some email and some phone calls. The habit of putting first things first is about organizing and executing your life around your deepest priorities.

Help your partner in daily house hold chores: Scientists in the U.S. tested over 100 working men and women and found those who took on most of the responsibility for running the home had significantly higher blood pressure than those who left it to their partner.The strongest link with high blood pressure came from worries over how to get domestic chores such as cooking, cleaning and shopping done.

Be Proactive: being proactive means showing initiative and taking the responsibility to make things happen. Whenever I you something to happen,  ask yourself: what can I do to make this happen?

Follow a Mediterranean Diet: The Mediterranean diet is high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, and fish. An analysis of 50 studies involving more than half a million people shows the impressive benefits of this diet. The findings show it significantly lowers the risk of metabolic syndrome � a combination of obesity, elevated blood sugar, increased blood pressure, and other factors that raise your risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Snack Well: Substitute your chips, candy and chocolate with fruit, nuts, vegetables (carrots and celery are great to chomp on.

Quit Smoking: While it's no secret that giving up cigarettes can lengthen your days -- the amount of extra time may surprise you. According to a 50-year British study, quitting at age 30 could increase your lifespan by an entire decade. 

Save Money: Try to save at least 10% of each paycheck. A great way to find the money to save is to break it down to a daily amount, for example $10-15. One of the keys to getting rich is to take control of your spending. By taking account of your daily spending you will find it easy to save this much.

Have Time With Family : On a typical workday you won�t see much of your partner and children or your parents, so it�s important to, at the very least, be there most evenings. Say I Love You to your Family Members: don�t just assume that your family members know you love them,  say these words to your partner and children at least once per day and don't forget your parents.

Happy family

Read More: To acquire the habit of reading is to construct for yourself a refuge from almost all the miseries of life. Reading provides positive escapism from the real world, which can help detract from the stress of daily life, amongst others: develops your mind, develops your brain, teaches, activates and sharpens the eye, Improves IQ, Improves vocabulary and word power, brightens your mind generally Just makes sure it�s a relaxing book, and not one about physics laws....oopss

Wind Down: Try to switch off the computer and the TV about 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime and let your brain have some down time after a long day. You will sleep far more peacefully when you do this.

Go to Bed At A Reasonable Time: The first habit of this list (waking early) begins by going to bed at a reasonable time and getting a good nights sleep & don't forget to remember and thank the 'Almighty Creator' for keeping you safe and healthy with your family.

That's all my friends.......

feel free to comment if you want to add up some of your good healthy habits

thanx