When it comes to good health, there's no big secret of it. Here are 10 things you can do today to improve your health.
Check your weight
Nearly
four in 10 men in England are overweight. Obesity cause 9000 premature
deaths every year and , on average, reduce life expectancy by nine to
ten years. It also cause serious health problems, such as diabetes,
heart disease and certain cancers.
Drink less
Most
people are unaware that regularly drinking more alcohol than is advised
by the NHS can lead to a wide range of long term health problems
,including cancers ,strokes,and heart attacks. For example, men who
regularly drink more than 3 to 4 units a day are three times more likely
to have a stroke .
Eat less salt and fat
Excessive
salt and fat in our diets is a major cause of chronic illnesses such as
heart disease , stroke , and diabetes. Too much salt in your food can
cause high blood pressure and make you three times more likely to
develop heart diseases or have a stroke . Two thirds of Britons have too
much saturated fat in their diets, putting them at an increased risk of
heart disease and stroke .
Exercise regularly
The
benefits of exercise aren't limited to losing weight .Even if you're
slim, you'll get health benefits from exercising.Even a small amount of
regular activities can lower the risk of development major chronic
diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, by
up to 50%. Regular exercise can cut the risk of premature death by
20-30%. You'll find a plenty of fun and practical ideas to help you get
moving as you start doing exercises regularly.
Eat more Fruits and Vegetables
For
a healthy and balanced diet, try to eat five portions of fruit and
vegetables a day. Research shows that eating at least 400g of fruit and
vegetables a day can lower your risk of serious health problems such as
heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. Whether you're
cooking for a family, eating on the run, or on a tight budget , our tips
and recipes can help you get your 5 A DAY.
Keep stress in check
In
2010/11 around 400,000 people in UK reported work-related stress at a
level they believed was making ill, Psychological problems , including
stress, are the underlying reason for one in five visits to a GP. If
left unchecked, stress can lead to further health problems such as high
blood pressure, anxiety, and depression.
Improve your sleep
Nearly
everyone has problems sleeping at some point in their life . It's
thought that a third of people in UK have bouts of insomnia. Most
healthy adults sleep for an average of seven to nine hours a night .If
you're not getting enough sleep, it can affect relationships, your
performance at work, and it can delay recovery from illness . Good sleep
starts with a good bedtime ritual and some simple lifestyle changes.
Quit smoking
The
health benefits of quitting smoking are immediate. After 20 minutes,
your body pressure and pulse return to normal. After 24 hours , your
lungs start to clear . After three days you can breathe more easily, and
your energy increases. Keep it up and you're adding years to your life.
Research shows that people who quit smoking by age of 30 add 10 years
to there life. For help with quitting , including what your GP can do
and nicotine replacement therapies, visit stop smoking.
Check that lump
One
of three people in England is diagnosed with cancer at some time in
their life. Cancer usually affects older people, but it can occur at any
age. Detecting most cancers early means that treatment is more likely
to be successful. sometimes, noticing a small change, like a lump,
changes to a mole , or unexplained weight loss, can make a big
difference to your health.
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