5 Habits to Kickstart a Healthy Lifestyle

Water:

Drinking water daily is essential to overall health and wellness. Water helps digestion, skin health, daily energy, and immune support. Drinking half your bodyweight in ounces of water daily will make you feel better over all and can even assist in weight loss and detoxing.  

Sleep:

Sleeping is essential for your body to recharge it’s batteries. If your body isn't given ample sleep each night it can weigh down on our immune system as well as emotional health. A healthy adult needs 7-9 hours every night of sleep.

Diet:

A balanced diet brings in healthy nutrients that the body needs while fueling you for the day. A combination of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and a protein make for a filling and beneficial meal.

Portion Control:

Portion sizes are an excellent tool in diet plans. Moderation and control help ensure you receive the proper amount of nutrients and vitamins. Some ways to measure portions is using your hand has a guide. For example eating protein the size of your palm, a whole fist for your grains and vegetables, and two fists for salad.

Exercise:

We all know the importance of exercise. Everyone should be getting at least 30 minutes a day of cardio or strength training. Exercising can improve mental health as well as assist in the prevention of diseases.