Top
Browse > Home / Yoga / How to Stay Happy and Healthy

How to Stay Happy and Healthy

August 5, 2008

Being healthy and happy is a concern of everyone’s. By incorporating these tips into your everyday life, you will feel like a brand new person. Staying healthy does not have to be difficult. There is no need to worry because you don’t have to spend money on books or gym machines. Just chill out and consider the following advice.

1. Breathe! Daily stress makes people tense and they tend to hold it in. By being aware of your breath, you are able to release that stress and relax. Take slow deep breaths.

2. Get some sun. The sun is a great source of Vitamin D. It’s good to get about ten minutes of direct sun (without sunscreen) each day. Because mid-day sun is very harsh, stand out in the morning.

3. Drink plenty of water-our bodies are 60-70% water. Water is important because it allows your body to get rid of toxins, and it also carries nutrients. When you are hungry, you may actually be thirsty. You can flavor your water with a little maple syrup, lemon, or lime.

4. Get out and exercise. Whether you are walking, running, or using machines, stay active. Try to get thirty minutes of exercise a day. Some people also enjoy yoga, pilates, or tai chi. To make exercising more fun, invite a friend; a friend will also help you stay motivated.

5. Laugh often. Laughing not only makes you feel great, but it relieves stress.

6. Eat more fruits and vegetables. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, and also low in calories. Choose organic food as often as possible for the following reasons: they are higher in nutrients, are not sprayed with conventional pesticides, and are not genetically modified. Eat superfoods (foods with many health benefits) such as blueberries, cacao, bee pollen, aai, maca, aloe vera, noni fruit, flax seeds, spirulina, olives, and avocados.

Stay positive. Take time to enjoy life, because this is YOUR life.

Filed Under Yoga 

Related Articles

Comments

Got something to say?





Bottom