Ted Talks: What is the Healthiest Habit of All?

TED TALKS THE HUMOROUSSIDE OF HEALTH

Ted Spiker (@ProfSpiker) is the chair of the University of Florida department of journalism, as well as a health and fitness writer. He is the author of DOWN SIZE, a book about the science and soul of weightloss and dieting.

Nature walks

What is the Healthiest Habit of All? You Decide! BY TED SPIKER F ILL IN THE BOXES TO SEE WHAT WINS YOUR HEALTH BRACKET This tournament season, you can crown the national champ of health habits. March Madness? Pssh. Place your wagers on winning wellness!

Brushing & flossing Broccoli stalks Water (it’s hydrating and healthy!)

Wine (it has antioxidants!)

Stress management that doesn’t involve melted butter

Protection (sunblock, seatbelts, & sanitizer)

Walking your pup Portions that aren’t the size of the Hippodrome

WINNER

Quality Zzzzzzzzzzs Not pretending nachos are a food group Eating more salmon than an Alaskan bear Coffee. Is. A. Health. Food. Regular sweat sessions (that involve exercise, not just a 2-second walk outside)

Social media Love me some health mantras on Instagram!

Social circles Friends, family, fun

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