People throughout the world always aim to have the healthiest body possible.
Due to this, the health and fitness industries are making a lot of money with their fitness equipment, special diets, herbal supplements and workout tapes.
When you turn on the television, it is common to find a commercial asking for money to help you get the body you’ve always wanted.
Yes, a lot of those options are good, but there are some that you should stay away from. Because many of them are just to lure you to spend your money and they may do more harm than good.
And it is recommended that if you are taking pharmaceuticals or any supplement that have not been prescribed by a doctor, you need to stop.
A Few Quick Facts On Health Concerns
Today, we are going to give you 100 (yes, exactly 100) ways to stay healthy and young longer than you expect …
And the first one on the list is:
1. Improve Your Cholesterol
Having high levels of bad cholesterol will put you at risk of dementia. You can improve your cholesterol by controlling your weight and following a proper diet.
2. Improve Your Blood Sugar
You can control your blood sugar by exercising on a routine basis, staying lean and eating right. If your blood sugar stays high, you are going to need medication in order to keep it in control.
3. Don’t Smoke
Smoking not only ages you, it can kill you way before your time. So, at all costs, you need to avoid smoking.
4. Don’t Drink Too Much Alcohol
If you want to drink alcohol, don’t drink any more than 2 per day. Drinking too much alcohol can do more harm than good.
5. Watch What You Eat
You certainly need to watch what you eat. There are many foods out there that can harm you – saturated fat and cholesterol from animal sources should be avoided.
6. Watch Your Calories
By watching your calories, you can look young for a longer period of time and add years to your age.
Stick to a 2,000/daily calorie diet.
7. Don’t forget about the B’s
There are three B vitamins you shouldn’t leave out. This includes VB6, B12 and folic acid.
These vitamins can help lower your homocysteine levels.
8. Socialize with Others
Feel free to socialize with others and have fun. By doing this, you can lower your blood pressure and reduce stress. People who have good social lives have longer life expectancies.
9. Wear a Helmet
If you ride a motorcycle, while it isn’t the law, you should protect your head by wearing a helmet.
Moderate to severe head injuries early in life will increase the risk of cogitative impairment when you get older.
A concussion will increase the risk by a factor of 10.
10. Watch Your Emotions
Individuals who are anxious or depressed most of their lives may cut their lives short.
It is important that you learn how to control your emotions and don’t let things bother you.
11. Wear Your Seatbelts
What does wearing a seatbelt have to do with your health? Well, seat belts help keep you safe.
There are so many people who died at a young age because they did not wear their seatbelts in the car.
Even if you’re only going a couple of blocks, wear your seatbelt.
12. Eliminate the Negative Attitude
Having a negative attitude, believe it or not, will have a negative impact on not only your health, but your looks as well. Always try to find the silver lining in life, even when the going gets tough.
13. Pay Attention to Your Teeth
Many times, people overlook their teeth and gums. Having cavities could cause bacteria, yeast and fungus to get into the body. Take care of your teeth by flossing and brushing them every day.
14. Don’t Soak Up too Much Sunshine
Who doesn’t love laying out in the sun? Yes, there are many benefits to soaking up the sun, but having too much of it can be harmful to you, especially if you aren’t wearing sun protection. It can cause wrinkles and cancer.
15. Eat Almonds
Almonds are good for you, so eat them. They made a nice snack and studies have shown that an ounce of almonds contains as much protein as red meat. They can reduce the risk of a heart attack by up to 50 percent.
16. Keep Your Hands Washed
At a young age, we learned to keep our hands washed. Most diseases are spread through touch, whether it is from object to a person or person to person.
By washing your hands on a routine basis, you can reduce the spread of germs. Here is a Quote from CDC.
“Keeping hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of infection and illness“
17. Rest Your Eyes
Many of us use the computer a lot. If you sit in front of the computer, make sure you take breaks to give your eyes a rest.
18. Flaxseed
Eating flaxseed on a daily basis will help you keep your cardiovascular system healthy. Flaxseeds are rich in dietary fibers that absorb LDL cholesterol.
19. Your Sugar Intake
People drink juices, thinking they are cutting their sugar intake, when in all actuality; the juice may have more sugar than a soda. Always check the sugar content before you drink or eat it.
20. Berries Are Good for You
Berries are sweet and good for you. They contain a large amount of antioxidants and some berries have resveratrol, which helps fight cancer and heart disease.
21. Spicy Foods
Spicy foods that contain chilies, cayenne or other hot peppers will help pull up those endorphins. Endorphins are hormones that make the human body feel good and many times, they’re referred to as a natural morphine.
22. Breast Exams
As a woman, you need to conduct a regular breast exam. You can do this in your shower or while lying down.
23. Intimacy
If you’re in a good relationship, make time for intimacy. Sex is a good way to reduce stress.
24. Eliminate the Caffeine
Caffeine, believe it or not, can cause you to become dehydrated. Instead of drinking coffee or soda, try drinking some herbal tea.
25. Drink Green Tea
Drinking green tea on a daily basis can speed up your metabolism and is a nice source of flavonoids.
26. Reduce Your Sodium Intake
In order to reduce your blood pressure, reduce the amount of sodium – that’s salt. Salt is found in canned vegetables, soup, and soda.
27. Your Family History
Your family history may include certain types of diabetes, cancer, asthma or other illnesses. You need to discover your family history and talk with your physician.
28. Reduce Puffy Eyes
Use a mixture of alpha-lipoic acid eye therapy and Vitamin C ester in order to reduce those puffy eyes.
29. Get Those Cravings under Control
You will crave for different types of food, especially junk food – it is important that you learn to control those cravings.
30. Acupuncture May be a Good Idea
There’s a reason acupuncture dates back to over 2,000 years. Acupuncture is beneficial as it stimulates various areas of your body that have a direct relation to your internal organs.
“Acupuncture is a treatment derived from ancient Chinese medicine in which fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for therapeutic or preventative purposes“
31. A Nice Therapeutic Massage
Massage can reduce stress, alleviate pain and promote good health.
32. Eat Less at Night
Breakfast is important. Lunch should be healthy. Dinner should be light and healthy. Avoid eating snacks before bed.
33. Vitamins
It is important that you take your daily dose of vitamins.
34. Get Rid of Stress
Stress is a big contributor to poor health. Eliminate it.
35. Get Your Rest
A lack of sleep can hurt you. Make sure you get plenty of sleep.
36. Don’t Forget to Laugh
Laughter really is one of the best medicines. When you laugh, you forget about your pain and your muscles relax.
37. Yoga
Yoga can help stretch your ligaments and muscles. It can also help you tone your body and develop a clear mind.
38. Don’t’ Mix Medications
Mixing medications is dangerous – don’t do it unless your doctor recommends it.
39. Don’t’ Act Too Old
Stay young at heart. Acting old will cause you to feel old.
40. Schedule Regular Checkups
You need to schedule regular checkups to the doctor – pap smears, checking for colon cancer, EKG’s, mammograms, etc.
41. Meditate
By meditating on a daily basis, you will be clearing your mind and relaxing your body.
42. Walking
Walking is a great way to stay in shape.
43. Jogging
If you prefer jogging, it is also a great way to stay in shape.
44. Bicycling
Bicycling can help you build a stronger cardiovascular system and tone your body.
45. Swimming
Swimming is a great aerobic exercise. It can help you lose weight and tighten your body.
46. Playing Tennis
Playing tennis is a good way to strengthen your cardiovascular system and shed pounds.
47. Dancing
Dancing is fun and also a great way to get your heart pumping and your body moving.
48. Workout Tapes
There are many workout tapes available for you – go ahead, buy one and use it on a routine basis.
49. Squats
These are good for your hamstrings, glutes, calves and quads.
50. Abdominal Crunches
Crunches are a great way to keep your abdomen and thighs in better shape – making you look younger than you are.
51. Tricep Press
Tricep presses will give you firm arms, making you look younger.
52. Exercise Often
Working out is a great way to stay in shape and keep your body looking young for a longer period of time.
53. Expand your Social Ring at the Gym
Expanding your social ring at the gym and making new friends is good for your health.
54. Tighten your muscles
Add weight training in the mix and tighten your muscles.
55. Heat Therapy
Reduce long-term effects or injury by using heat therapy.
56. Do Not Run on the Beach
Running on the beach, in the sand, will do more harm than good. Sand produced more force on your joints.
Here is a Post on Health benefits of Running.
57. Eat the Right Foods to Get Energy
When you feel your body dragging behind, eat rice cakes, carrots, breakfast cereals, and bananas.
58. Find the Right Shoes
Don’t go for low-quality shoes. Shoes with poor durability can cause injury.
59. Resistance
Go ahead and add some resistance to your routine for the next time you workout.
60. Take Breaks
Don’t push yourself too hard – take breaks throughout your day.
61. Exercising during the summer
Exercising outdoors is good because it gives you fresh air. However, you need to stay hydrated – drink 16 ounces every 30 minutes.
62. Set Goals
Set goals and stick to them. This saves you from running around with your head cut off.
63. Do Warm Up Exercises
Before you exercise with full force, take the time to warm your body up.
64. Go Outside
Every day, make it a habit of going outside and enjoying a nice breath of fresh air.
65. Walk Your Dog
Many people stay in shape by walking their dog.
66. Adopt a Dog
If you don’t have a dog and you’re ready for the responsibility, adopt a dog. Dogs are great stress relievers and by adopting one, you can smile with the satisfaction of knowing you saved a life.
67. Don’t Skip Breakfast
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day – don’t skip it.
68. During Lunchtime
Instead of sitting down and having a big meal, put something light and easy together and go for a walk.
69. Your Breathing
During exercise, there’s a proper way to breathe. You need to get the appropriate amount of oxygen in your system. Research the different breathing techniques during exercise.
70. Go Bowling
Bowling is good exercise and a great way to have fun.
71. Play Golf
Golf is a great sport, but injuries can occur. To avoid torn rotator cuffs, keep your muscles flexible and strengthened.
72. Interval Training
Interval training is a way to lose weight and improve your fitness quickly.
73. Take Water or Fruit or both after Exercise
After you exercise, grab some water or fruit or both. It prevents you from dehydration and gives you energy.
74. Be Familiar with Your Age
Don’t ignore your age. As you get older, you will need to act older – keep a check on your blood pressure and go to the doctor on a routine basis.
75. Accept Sweat
Sweat is your body’s way of keeping you cool, so don’t try to stop sweat.
76. Don’t Work Too Long in the Heat
Try not to work too long in the heat, because it can cause heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
77. Safety First
Whatever you’re doing, whether it is work or playing sports, it is important that you put safety first.
78. Mental Aerobics
Doing brain exercises can help prevent cognitive decline. Go ahead and do some mental aerobics.
79. Avoid Frowning
Frowning is your enemy. If you want to stay younger looking for a longer period of time, avoid frowning because it can cause fine lines.
80. Avoid Squinting
Avoid squinting, because it can cause forehead wrinkles and crow’s feet.
81. Make Yourself Happy
You need to learn to make yourself happy – there are many benefits to being happy. Happy people have a tendency to look younger for a longer amount of time. According to Harvard School of Public Health.
“Research suggests that certain personal attributes—whether inborn or shaped by positive life circumstances—help some people avoid or healthfully manage diseases such as heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, and depression“
82. Get Up and Get Moving
Don’t sit on the couch all day – get out there and do something.
83. Go on Vacations
Reduce your stress and enjoy life by going on vacations.
84. Feel the Love
Love is a powerful drug – it releases hormones, such as oxytocin and can reduce anxiety.
85. Drink Red Wine
Red wine is packed full of resveratrol, which is good for you.
86. Consume Essential Fatty Acids
Eat avocados, fish and use natural oils in your salad. Fatty acids are important for your brain and help preserve your skin’s elasticity.
87. Use Supplements on Your Skin
Using lotions that are full of supplements and Vitamin A will help prevent wrinkles.
88. Drink Water
You need to toss out the soda and juices and drink water.
89. Visit the Sauna
Go to the sauna on a weekly basis. This will help your blood circulate better and can bring all of those healthy nutrients directly to your face.
90. Wash Your Face
Wash your face 2 times a day with a gentle soap and soft washcloth.
91. Learn Something New
Fulfill your mind and body by learning something new. According to a study done on 145 people in 2004, it is found after interviewing those adults that those who had engaged themselves in learning new things were found to have higher self-esteem and better health. Those adults were also found to have more self-confidence in achieving the things they hope for.
92. Your Hairstyle
If you want to look younger for a longer period of time, keep up with the hairstyle trends.
93. Color Your Hair
Look younger by coloring your hair and hiding that gray.
94. Hair and Makeup Should be Natural
Look younger by sticking to the natural effects.
95. Lipstick that Makes Teeth Look Whiter
Avoid brown tins and stick to makeup that makes your teeth look whiter. Whiter teeth will make you look younger.
96. Moist and Gloss Those Lips
Keep your lips moist and gloss – it will enhance your look.
97. Get a Tooth Whitener
For sparkly looking teeth and that young appearance, use a good tooth whitener.
98. Moisturize Once a Week
To look younger, moisturize your face once a week – even before you start to get wrinkles.
99. Keep Your Nails Done
It is youthful to keep your nails done and in style.
100. Keep Your Hands Moisturized
Dry hands will give your age away in a heartbeat. Keep them moisturized to prevent them from drying out.
There you have 100 ways to stay healthy and younger longer than you expect!
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