Lately, most of us seem to be getting more and more overwhelmed with our daily responsibilities to the point where we tend to forget to have proper food intake, lead a healthier lifestyle and do some quality exercise. Not only that, but due to the constant commotion and hectic routines, people have started gaining unhealthy weight due to physical negligence which further leads to depression, body image issues, dissatisfaction, and unhappiness. If you identify with some of the above, there are some things you can do to alter your physical health, feel more content, and eventually lead a happier life.

The Skinny on Living a Healthier and Happier Life

Focus on proper nutrition

To improve your physical health you do need to make some necessary changes. And a great way to start is by changing your diet. That doesn’t mean starvation, just start by consuming wholesome foods. For instance, whenever you are in a rush, avoid eating fast food. The best option would be to eat a homemade lunch. However, if that is not an option a supermarket salad with a protein source, such as tuna, beans, eggs, cottage cheese, tofu, or cheese would be your best choice.

Avoid unhealthy snacking in-between meals, but rather grab on to nutritious cashews or any other nuts. And instead of classical bread and pastries, try to eat more whole grain products and start cutting down on sugar, sweets and sweetened drinks from your diet. Munch on some tasty seasonal fruits and you will notice a change in your health in no time.

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Stay in motion

To be honest, the road to healthy results will be paved with many difficulties and obstacles. It will be even more difficult if you don’t mind your diet and your physical activity. Make sure your daily meals are packed with proper nutrients and implement a regular workout as well. If you are at a beginner level, you can promote fat loss and improve physical power by implementing at least 15 minutes of walking every evening. If you wish to challenge yourself and test your own limits, join a nearby gym and start lifting weights. If you don’t find time to go to a gym, you can do a weekly bicycle ride, jog around the neighborhood or do yoga or pilates at home. Doing chunks of exercise like squats and push-ups represent a straight path to a healthy life because a strong body is a healthy body and a happier life.

Concentrate on maintaining a healthy weight

Many people who struggle with obesity and weight loss at some point turn to different types of clinical weight management like lap-band surgery or weight loss surgical procedures. Unfortunately, this rarely solves the weighty problem because weight loss is all about adopting a healthier lifestyle which in the long run can lead to sustainable weight loss. In the end, they end up going for a lap band removal. Instead of focusing on fast results, think about the health benefits in the long run. It might take longer to achieve, but the results will lead to a healthier and happier life.

Knuckle down on trivial things

Next, to doing regular exercise, there are many other things that you can do to improve your physical wellbeing. You can play some fun music and do the essential chores around the house. By cleaning, vacuuming, and sweeping you will constantly move your body and thus get some necessary exercise no matter how minute. You will be surprised by how fantastic you’ll start feeling because any type of physical movement boosts serotonin. Also, don’t forget to sleep a minimum of 7 hours per night (if you can), and take a nap from time to time during the day to recharge your system. And one of the most trivial things that keep our bodies healthy, and which we tend to forget about, is keeping ourselves hydrated (and no, wine doesn’t count). Try to drink at least 2 liters of water per day.

Activate yourself

It is important to note that you should try and have your physical check-up regularly. This will help in keeping your physical health and wellbeing in check and make it easier to spot any problems on time. You might not want to read this but, another health barrier is going overboard on those cocktails and wine. We are not saying you completely cut down on alcohol, but just to narrow it down to 2 days per week (ladies night included). In order to activate yourself more and start feeling happier, have a spa treatment, a relaxing massage, or calm your mind through meditation whenever you can.

By improving your sleep, balancing the mind, keeping normal weight level and eating nutritious food you will utterly improve your immune system and reduce physical pain and finally lead a happier life.

About the Author

Mianna Korben is a passionate writer currently living and dreaming in Europe. She is a strong believer that both mental and physical fitness go hand in hand, you can’t have one without the other.