We all know the importance of living a healthy lifestyle that benefits not just our physical health but our emotional well-being. Maybe you’re already getting regular sleep, plenty of exercises, and have a healthier way of eating but still aren’t seeing the gains you want; you may need to maximize your efforts. It’s important to maximize health; however, you don’t want to start unhealthy habits to shed weight faster or do anything that could impact you negatively and derail your success. Keep reading for healthy and sustainable ways to maximize your healthy lifestyle.
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Supplement Your Lifestyle
No matter how healthy we’re eating, sometimes we still end up deficient in critical areas. Maybe you’re still struggling with inflammatory issues and could benefit from collagen or turmeric; perhaps you’re not sleeping despite your best efforts, and magnesium or melatonin is your answer. If you’re getting sick easily or having a tough time recovering from minor illnesses, checking your Vitamin D levels could be a good idea, as you may need to supplement with a Vitamin D pill.
Even issues like anxiety that aren’t responded to by regular meditation and exercise can be helped through a homeopathic like Passionflower or Mimulus. Supplements are a great option for people looking to boost their hard work. Before starting new supplements, check with your GP to confirm they’re a good fit.
Grow a Garden
Not everyone can grow a full garden at home, but most have room for a container garden or a sunny spot in their apartment to grow some things. A focus on healthy eating habits is one of the best lifestyle choices we can make, but nothing is as nutrient dense and healthy as fresh, homegrown produce.
Not to mention, gardening is a great physical activity, and the benefits of being outdoors are immense. If you don’t have a green thumb, it’s easy these days to cultivate a garden through veg pods and seed starter kits. Joining a local gardening club or online forums can help you on your way, not to mention the added health benefit of being social.
Managing Stress
Life still happens even when we’re doing everything right to stay fit and healthy. Did you know that your mental health directly impacts your physical well-being? Understanding that the ebbs and flows of life will happen and having healthy coping mechanisms in place will do wonders to maximize your health.
Many people feel that everyone should be in therapy no matter how great life goes. If therapy isn’t something you’re open to, meditation has positive effects on brain chemistry and emotional health. While it’s impossible to control the future or eliminate stress, having healthy ways to manage stress is essential.
Eliminate Toxins
If you’re living a healthy lifestyle, there’s no doubt that you’ve already eliminated processed and junk foods from your diet, toxins in food aren’t healthy, period. But what about the rest of the toxins in your life? If you are still cleaning your home with traditional cleaning products, it’s worth seeking cleaner counterparts from a natural cleaning company. The same goes for what you wash your clothing in and what type of candles you burn in your home.
Indoor toxins are common ingredients in these types of products as well as in your toiletries and makeup items. Living a mindful and healthy lifestyle includes all aspects, not just diet and exercise. Some of the biggest offenders are those that contain fragrances from perfumes to air fresheners.
Stick With It
They say that practice makes perfect for a reason – it’s true. While you’re likely not expecting a silver bullet when looking and feeling your best, it’s a good reminder to be persistent. Nothing will happen overnight, from better sleep to weight loss – it takes time. By sticking with your healthy habits, you’ll develop self-discipline, another healthy habit.
The great thing about making healthy choices is they tend to compound each other and make it easier to continue choosing the healthier option in other areas. Some people benefit from an accountability partner to help them go the distance, while others turn inward. Just remember, your hard work and efforts will always pay off. Here’s to your health!
