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As we all know keeping up with our Annual Dr. visits are extremely important. Once seen by the Dr. it\u2019s our hope to be released with a clean bill of health but many times that\u2019s not the case. Instead were told we need to implement a healthier lifestyle to help rid our bodies of diseases or the risk of diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes and many more.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t let Your Diagnosis Define You<\/strong> A healthy and active lifestyle may bring many positive changes including the ability to prevent and treat high blood pressure and many other preventable and reversible diseases.<\/p>\n What to do?<\/strong> Physical Activity<\/strong> Nutritious Eating<\/strong> Try having a full glass of cold water, cold water is known to help boost your metabolism and provide your body with added energy. Want more? Have a serving of fruit or a vegetable along with a hand full of unsalted nuts. Now you\u2019ve not only hydrated your body, you\u2019ve also added a natural energy boost to it. Quality in equals quality out!<\/p>\n Resources<\/strong>
\nOnce diagnosed with an unwanted disease many of us leave the Dr.\u2019s office discouraged and unmotivated, we might feel our diagnosis is our new label and untreatable. Let me be of encouragement to you, it\u2019s never too late to change your lifestyle for the better.<\/p>\n
\nSet small attainable goals for yourself and work hard to meet each one you set for yourself. Ask for positive support from family and friends. Set a goal for both becoming more physically active and to eat more nutritiously.<\/p>\n
\nWalking 30 minutes a day five times a week can help to rid the body of many unwanted diseases and can also help you to feel happier & more energetic. Exercise releases a feel good chemical in the body called endorphins. This is where the term runners high comes from and you don\u2019t have to run to experience the rush! If 30 minutes is too much for you to get started let it be a goal for you to work towards.<\/p>\n
\nWe\u2019ve all hit that mid day crash, where you feel less energy and less productive in your day. Instead of reaching for a coke or candy bar to give you an energy boost.<\/p>\n
\nAmerican Heart Association
\nHealth Guidance for Better Health<\/p>\n