5 simple ways to become active in your health and well being.

For as long as I can remember I have been health conscious in many different ways.  My biggest surprise after becoming a nurse was that I was not in the health field at all.  In all the different areas I have worked I have experienced sickness care rather than wellness care. Everyone is interested, after realizing that they are ill.  Health teaching is about early detection rather than prevention. The interesting thing is that the health and well-being is everywhere under the eyes of.  You do not have to look far to find information on how to live healthier.  The truth is people just do not want to listen.
The other day a man told me to get this pain in his right side when fatty food is very high. He said it was really starting to bother him. When I ask him if he was in pain when you eat healthier food with less fat, he said simply:  \"No, I have no pain at all \".  He really thought he needed a doctor to fix this problem. For me it is a no-brainer.
Stop eating the bad food and eat healthier food.


This is a prime example of not taking a responsibility in your health. He knew what was causing his pain.  The culprit was a high fat unhealthy diet.  In his mind he needs a doctor to fix him.  Keep in mind as you are doing this that it takes about thirty days to develop a habit. Stick with this for a month, and you\ll be surprised how much better you feel, are.


1- Drink at least eight glasses of water per day.  Several daily ailments like low energy, head aches and constipation will improve greatly if you just increase your water intake.  Coffee and pop have no nutritional value and will not hydrate you. Increase intake of water alone.

2- Eat at least one fresh fruit and vegetable a day.  The key to this point is fresh.You are about to get the most nutrients from fruits and vegetables.  Definitely eat the 5-10 per day but make sure you have at least one of each that is fresh.

3-How many times have you heard this? If you can't stop watching your favorite TV programs at night get up on the commercials and march. If you have children, you can make a game.  It is best if you can get outside and get some fresh air and exercise as well. You will feel immediate effects of the implementation of this routine every day!

4 - More sunshine. Sunlight provides us with vitamin D. This vitamin is important for strong bones and immune system.  The best part is it is free to soak up some sun. A perfect time to do this is when you are exercising!

5- Get your sleep.  Why, because you will sleep better! Cheating yourself of sleep can be preventing you from a full healthy life. Make a commitment to these activities for a full month and you will be amazed at the improvements in your life.