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Nutrition :
- Buy whole foods whether canned, frozen, or fresh from the farm and used them in place of processed foods whenever possible.
- Reject foods and drinks made with corn syrup, a calorie dense, nutritionally empty sweetener that may believe is worse for the body than sugar.
- Start each dinner with a mixed green salad. Not only will it help reduce your appetite for more caloric foods, but it also will automatically add veggies to your meal.
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Physical Fitness :
- Do a squat every time you pick something up, instead of bending over in the unusual way, which stresses the lower back, bend your knees and squat. This forces you to use your leg muscles and will build strength.
- Every time you stop at a traffic light ( or the bus does), tighten your thighs and butt muscles and release as many times as you can. (Don't worry, no one will see it!) This will firm leg and buttock muscles, improve blood flow - and keep you mildly amused!
- Whenever you are standing on a line, lift one foot a half-inch off the ground. The extra stress on your opposite foot, ankle, calf and thighs, plus your buttocks, will help firm and tone muscles. Switch feet every few minutes.
Sleep :
- Sprinkle just-washed sheets and pillowcases with lavender water. The scent has been shown in studies to promote relaxation, which can lead to better sleep.
- Buy a new pillow. Studies show that pillow with an indent in the center can enhance sleep quality and reduce neck pain. Also try a "cool" pillow - one containing either all-natural fibres or a combination of sodium sulphate and ceramics fibres that help keep your head cool.
- Eat a handful of walnuts before bed. You'll be giving yourself a boost of fibre and essential fatty acid along with the amino acid tryptophan - a natural sleep-inducer.
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Stress :
- Give your partner hug everyday before work. Studies show this simple act can help you remain calm when chaos ensues during your day.
- Have a good cry. It can boost your immune system, reduce level of stress hormones, eliminate depression, and help you think more clearly.
- Twice a day, breath deeply for three to five minutes.
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