Develop a Healthy Mind

Did you ever go grocery shopping without a list and come home with things you did not intend to buy while forgetting a couple of items you needed?

Avoid the frustration and stress and make a list, not just for grocery shopping but for chores and other things you must do during the day.

Mental health is as important as physical well-being. So, make some time to meditate during the day, but don’t become a recluse either. Interact with people, whether it is a friend, neighbor, or calling a relative living in another city or state.

Stimulate your mind by learning something new every day. That is when surfing the Internet or watching educational TV is a good thing.

Do a good deed. Donate your time to a worthy cause. Complement someone on their achievement or simply how nice they look. It will be a feel-good moment for you as well.

Forgive and forget. Carrying a grudge will hurt you more than the object of your scorn. And try not to get angry about every little injustice in the world. Start by turning off those news alerts you get on your phone every five minutes.

BE IN control

5 STEPS TO MANAGE BLOOD PRESSURE

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of all American adults have high blood pressure or hypertension. About 75% don’t have it under control, and many may not even realize they have it unless they experience other complications.

High blood pressure is a leading cause and controllable risk factor for heart disease and stroke, as well as other issues such as kidney failure and vision loss. However, the American Heart Association recommends taking these simple steps to help control your levels and manage risks.

Know Your Numbers

In most cases, normal blood pressure is 120/80 mm HG or less. Readings consistently higher than 130/80 are considered high blood pressure. Have your blood pressure measured at least once a year by a health care professional and regularly monitor it at home with a validated