Easy Habits to Keep You Healthy

Now you don’t even need to cook it! The golden rule here is if it’s raw, it’s better for you (no, this does not extend to meats). Out with greasy and sugary snacks and in with the fruit and vege, make sure you’re getting your 5+ a day by grazing on the right stuff. It’s also a good idea to include a side salad with your meals to sneak those veges in and indulge in favorite fruits like yummy berries for desert!

 

Your mum wasn't actually right when she made you sit at the table until you finished your meal. While we have a strong                                        convention surrounding the breakfast, lunch and dinner meal times, there’s no point actually eating then if you’re not hungry. You’re body will let you know when you need food so learn to listen to it rather than stockpiling on extra calories you don’t need. Same rule applies when eating a meal; don’t feel like you have to finish everything on your plate if you're full!

 

It’s important to get moving at least a little bit everyday. Even if you’re stuck in a desk job, there are some sneaky little ways you can get your walk on. If you struggle to get out of bed in time for a morning stroll or feel too tired when you get off work, then use up every other opportunity you can during the day. This could mean getting off the bus a couple of stops early, not catching the bus at all, parking a bit further away or doing the old trusty stairs-over-lifts trick.

 

We’re not telling you not to indulge every now and again, but stick to the tried-and-true water option as much as you can.

This means that in between drinks at the bar, grab a water (this is also a bit of a cash saver), when you go to get your daily coke, grab a nice cool water instead and so on. On a different note, a nice cup of green tea will do you a lot better than a coffee and a glass of red will be kinder on you than a white wine.

 

Your health can take a knock when you’re stressed so make sure you give yourself some time to chill! Rest and relaxation let’s your body catch up and recuperate so stop working through your lunch break, give yourself some down-time in the evenings, take some time to relax come the weekend and get your ass to bed at a reasonable time every now and again.