Healthy Habits

Introduction

Due to the damaging impacts of negative behaviors, countless articles and books have been written on how to identify them, their triggers, and how to overcome them. There is no doubt that these efforts are commendable, and many people have been able to improve the quality of their lives by leveraging the tips in these materials. However, the fact that many writers and readers fail to see is that bad behavior is essentially the absence of healthy ones. Therefore, if good habits can be promoted, they will automatically eliminate and replace destructive ones.

This conviction is the reason behind this project. Health is the most important thing in this world. Sadly, many people don’t realize it until they lose it. The reality is that our health will deteriorate as we grow older and move towards the end of our lives. Nonetheless, we can choose to age gradually or look older than our real age due to poor health management. Healthy habits ensure that you will be able to stay more away from the doctor and have the strength to carry out your daily activities.

It is high time you prioritized your health. If you are sick, it is going to be difficult for you to achieve and live your dreams. Your loved ones need you to be healthy. If your physical health is affected, it will affect every other aspect of your life including your mental and social health. Life becomes

colorless and meaningless when you are not healthy. What is the way out? Leverage the tips in this book.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 5

Chapter 1: What are Healthy Habits? 8

What Matters the Most in Life 8

Health is Wealth 11

What Makes a Habit Healthy? 12

Chapter 2: Lifestyle Choices 16

Making the Best Personal Decisions 16

Unhealthy Lifestyle Choices 18

How to Break Free from Harmful Habits 20

Chapter 3: Work-Life Balance 23

What is Work-Life Balance? 23

Benefits of Work-Life Balance 24

How to Slow Down in the Modern World 27

Chapter 4: Getting the Best out of your Daily Routines 32

Focus on the Meaning or Benefits 32

Make them Fun 33

Be at the Center 34

Optimize your Strength 35

Think about the Future 35

Leverage your Peak Energy Period 36

Chapter 5: Health and Fitness Tips 39

Focus on your Mental Health 39

Start your Day with Exercise 40

Maintain Ideal Mobility and Flexibility Levels 41

Leverage Flexibility and Mobility Workouts 41

Strength Train and Lift Heavy 42

Check your BMI 43

Keep Healthy Bodyweight and Bodyfat Levels 43

Eat Balanced Diets 44

Chapter 6: Healthy Diet Hacks 46

Reduce Carb Intake 46

Shop with a List 46

Limit your Consumption of Sodas and Milkshakes 47

Have Protein-Rich Breakfasts 48

Consume High-Fiber Foods 49

Eat More Fruits and Vegetables 49

Avoid Excess Sugar 50

Consume More Healthy Fats 50

Eat More Home-Made Foods 51

Walk More 51

Focus on your Food When Eating 52

Chapter 7: How to Get More Quality Sleep 54

Benefits of Restorative Sleeps 54

Tips for Getting Better Sleep 58

Chapter 8: Benefits of Drinking More Water 62

Joint Lubrication 62

Formation of Saliva and Mucus 63

Reduction in Chance of a Hangover 63

Weight Loss 64

Enhances Performance During Exercise 64

Prevention of Kidney Damage 66

Accessibility of Minerals and Nutrients 66

Supports the Airways 67

Maintenance of Blood Pressure 67

Regulation of Body Temperature 68

Conclusion 69