9 healthy habits to have a great week

by | Jul 10, 2016 | Health Habits, Nutrition Support, Uncategorized

We spend long hours in traffic, at least 40 hours a week at work, many others taking charge of others. After leaving work we run to the grocery store and most of the time finding time for ourselves is practically impossible.
If it was a possibility to find time for yourself every day and at the same time strengthen healthy habits will you try?
To make your life easier we prepared this list of 9 healthy habits to have a great week:
1. Explore different ways to drink water throughout the day
Fill a bottle with water and add slices of the fruits you like, our favorites are strawberries, grapefruit, and cucumber. If you do it in the morning you will enjoy a light fruity flavor during the day will keep you hydrated. You will save money by not having to buy bottled water and avoid temptations to drink sugary drinks that are bad for your health.
2. Choose your snacks wisely
It is OK to have a couple of small snacks during the day, unfortunately, refreshments offered in schools and offices are usually high in sugar, refined flour, and saturated fats. Make smart choices instead choose a handful of nuts, a cheese stick or a piece of fruits that is easy to eat like an apple or banana.
3. Find local options
Look for farmer markets around you, they offer fresh choices, and you will a wide variety of options at reasonable prices. Fresh fruits, nuts, a small cup of freshly squeezed juice and many other options. Do not forget to practice moderation!
4. Use the stairs every day
Always use the stairs! If you think the benefit that you can provide is very small remember this the greatest benefit is obtained by the sum of all the small changes you make every day.
5. Exercise a bit during your downtime
If you are in line at the grocery store try to stand on your toes, squeeze your buttocks and hold the position for a second, repeat the exercise until your turn comes. If you’re stuck in traffic make circular motions with your wrists, stretch your neck muscles and align your spine.
6. Follow the rule not healthy, healthy
It is very simple, if you had a heavy lunch eat a very healthy dinner, if you ate sweet at breakfast balance your next meal. Each meal is a new beginning and if for some reason your lunch was a disaster there is always a new opportunity to eat healthy at the next meal.
7. Try something new
If haven’t try yoga take a class, if you feel that your coordination is poor go to Zumba. Try different activities, perhaps a painting class can help you reduce stress. Taking a walk to the park can boost your energy levels.
8. Watch the amount of sugar you eat
Limit your sugar intake, if you crave something sweet during the afternoon is probably because your body needs exercise. Set a realistic goal and improve it over time. If you can’t avoid eating something sweet eat a small portion and combine it with something healthy like a piece of fruit, a handful of almonds or a glass of skim milk.

9. Sleep better
Try to sleep at least seven hours a day. If you have trouble falling asleep drink a cup of herbal tea (free of caffeine and sugar) before going to bed. Scents like lavender oil can help too. Finally, AVOID USING YOUR SMARTPHONE 30 minutes before bedtime, this practice will help you relax.