Healthy Habits Daily Countdown – what is it? Are you looking for simple instructions on how to keep or improve your health? You have probably heard a lot of what to do – exercise regularly, get a restful sleep every day, eat more vegetables and the list goes on and on.
If you want to improve your lifestyle, become healthier and more productive, check out the daily countdown of healthy habits 9, 8, 7, 6, ……below:
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9,000 steps – walking on regular basis burns calories, strengthens the heart, tones your legs, boosts your energy and immune system, improves your mood, and extends your life. Do you need more proof to start today?
8
8 hours of sleep – good restful sleep improves memory as well as concentration and productivity and affects positively body functions like glucose metabolism. Did you know that car drivers are that sleep well is less likely to cause an accident?
7
7 glasses of water – drinking water prevents dehydration that can cause unclear thinking, results in mood change, causes your body to overheat, and leads to constipation and kidney stones. It is 7 glasses of water and sugary beverages don’t count!
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6
6 minutes of meditation – daily meditation can help you perform better at work. It helps clear your mind and focus on the present moment which gives a productivity boost. Daily meditation lowers the risk of depression.
5
5 servings of fruits and veggies – Fruit and vegetables are a perfect source of vitamins and minerals and dietary fiber. Dietary fiber helps to maintain a healthy gut and reduce the risk of deadly diseases. Come on, get your 5 a day!
4
4 exercise and mental breaks – taking mental breaks refreshes the mind, replenishes your mental resources, and helps you become more creative. Exercise breaks stimulate the body as well as the brain.
3
3 healthy meals and snacks – help maintain a healthy weight, spread your calories evenly across the day, avoid eating large meals too close to bedtime, and prevent you from overindulging.
2
2 hours of no phone before bed – using screens before you go to sleep can stop your brain from producing melatonin and it could take you longer to switch off and actually get to sleep.
1
1 exercise session – move every day, whether it is an energetic walk, gym session, yoga class, bicycle ride, or swim, aim for 1 session daily. Adding regular exercise to your daily routine can make a big impact on your health.
Healthy Habits Daily Countdown – 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 & 1!
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This is the daily countdown of 9 daily healthy habits. How many of these do you already have?
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