30 Health tips

1. Don’t fry or saute foods in fat; use a non-stick pan with broth or try baking, broiling, poaching, roasting or steaming instead.
2. Season vegetables with herbs and spices instead of butter and sauces.
3. You can’t hoard physical fitness. At least three balanced workouts a week are necessary to maintain a desirable level of fitness.

4. Do not dive in for a swim if you cannot see the bottom of the water body or if it is less than nine feet deep.
5. Do not swim if you are full, you may become nauseated in water.

6. Always build some rest days into your exercise schedule. Give you body a chance to adjust to your new routine.
7. Read food labels carefully to find hidden sources of sugar. Avoid foods that list sugar, corn syrup or fructose.
8. Substitute soft drinks with club soda, unsweetened juices or plain water.
9. Don’t reward children with sweets. It will be good for their health.

10. Incorporate weight training in your exercise routine, but only after getting a clearance from your doctor.
11. At breakfast, put coffee in your milk instead of milk in your coffee. You will get 25 percent of the daily required dose vitamin D!
12. Whenever you eat fast food, drink two glasses of water afterward so that you can flush away the excess sodium.
13. Always eat a little dessert. Sweets such as biscuits and low–fat sweetened yogurts signal your brain that the meal is over, which might prevent those midnight cravings.
14. Research has revealed that onions are a top source of cardio protective elements called flavonoids. So go ahead and eat them but remember to brush after that meal!
15. High blood pressure and heart problems can cause dizziness that can lead to falls. Remember to get up from a laying down position slowly if you have heart problems or high blood pressure.
16.  Drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day can help reduce pain all over the body.  It helps flush out toxins, lubricates and cushions your joints, helps relieve congestion and keeps your body in balance.
17. Calendula is an excellent herb for diaper rash, sun burns, bruises and insect stings and bites.
18. Try to avoid lifting or carrying heavy objects.  When you do lift,  bend your knees and carry the object against your body.
19. Test your mattress.  Lie on your back and slide your hand under your lower back.  If there is large gap, your mattress may be too hard.  If you have to squeeze your hand in, it is probably too soft.
20. Peppermint, chamomile and ginger are time-honoured tummy remedies. They relax the muscles in your digestive tracts.
21. Lack of education is a strong predictor of cognitive decline. The more you’ve tried to learn, the better you’ll be at mental sit-ups in old age. Go ahead, tease your brain.
22. Enjoy your coffee, its antioxidants are good for your brain.
23. Regular aerobic exercise may be the single most important thing you can do for the long-term health of your brain. Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every other day.
24. Breathe deeply from your diaphragm to ensure your cells get enough oxygen.
25. Change your hand towels often. Using a common towel may pass germs from one person to another.
26. Avoid taking over-the-counter medications. Suppressing the symptoms through medication may make you feel temporarily better, but it’s usually best to let your body heal itself.
27. Just say no. When feeling less than optimal, do less, stay home from work if you can, and don’t over-commit. Make your health the highest priority.
28. You can get dehyrdrated in winter too. Drink plenty of water.
29. Avoid heavily polluted areas and exercise indoors if you have heart or lung disease.
30. Avoid eating your children’s leftovers. Keep your calories in check.