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5 HEALTHY RULES TO LIVE BY
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Good health does not happen by accident; it's a result of proactive, preventive, healthy choices that have an impact on your health today, tomorrow, and beyond, it is never too early (or too late!) to develop healthy habits. “A healthy lifestyle is not only important during infancy and old age, but is crucial during all stages of life, including childhood, adolescence, and adult years. Regardless of whether you are 12 or 75 years old, the impact of a healthy lifestyle should never be underestimated.” By following a few simple, healthy rules, we are all likely to share a common outcome – ongoing physical and emotional health as we age, “However, it all starts by reforming the simple choices we make each day.” RULE 1: WATCH YOUR PORTIONS Why is it that even though you eat perceived healthy foods, you can still be at an unhealthy weight? The problem often lies with portion control. Even too big a portion of healthy foods can cause unwanted weight gain. And, although you might see your portion sizes as “normal”, it might be time to reassess. So, what is a healthy portion size? Starches, choose low-GI starches, no more than the size of your fist. Lean meat, chicken and fish, portion size and thickness of your palm. Vegetables should fill the rest of your plate, include about two handfuls while limiting fats to the size of the tip of your thumb.
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RULE 2: KEEP MOVING The one thing that those who live healthy, long lives have in common is physical activity. And, physical activity is not just good for your physical well-being, it also keeps you mentally and emotionally healthy too. Plus, you don't need to be a gym 'bunny' either. You can walk around the block in the evenings or spend time gardening… whatever you choose – just include at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week.
