My Top 5 Tips for Better Health
If you put in place these five 'basics', I am sure you will see huge improvements in your health. It may take time - how long depends on how long you've not been doing them. Go for it!
1. Increase water
We need to drink 1.5 to 2 litres per day (6-8 glasses). Herbal teas count; other teas and coffee don't. If you're dehydrated, nothing in your body works well!
2. Reduce carbs
Eat a savoury breakfast. Cut out soft drinks and juices. Base your meals around meat, fish, eggs and vegetables. Fruit is dessert. Bread, pasta & pizza are high in calories and low in nutrition.
3. Eat healthy fats
Eat some oily fish, avocados, free range eggs, nuts, seeds, olive oil and/or butter every day. Avoid heated seed oils!
4. Get enough protein
Our bodies are made of protein, fats and water. Eat meat, fish and/or eggs every day. They are 'complete proteins'. Beans, lentils, nuts and seeds are good sources but 'incomplete'.
If you're over 50 and/or have digestive issues, drink a tablespoon of cider vinegar before each meal.
5. Move your body
Just do it! Even a five minute walk after lunch or dinner is a step in the right direction.
Do something fun like dancing or walking with friends.
For massive health benefits, do resistance training (see a physio or exercise specialist to get started).