10 Habits for a Healthy Life
What kind of habits do you have? Are you thinking, saying, and implementing positive daily behaviors that promote a good and healthy life?
A habit is a learned behavior that becomes automatic through repetition. For instance, drinking a cup of coffee in the morning followed by brushing your teeth is a common daily habit. Although it’s often said that a new habit forms in 21 days, research shows it can actually take anywhere from 18 to 254 days, with an average of 66 days for a behavior to become automatic.
Healthy habits drive overall wellness — such as regular exercise, maintaining a balanced diet, getting adequate sleep, supplementing with vitamins, and maintaining positive social connections.
Here are 10 Habits for a Healthier Lifestyle:
- Eat breakfast every day
- Get at least 30 minutes of exercise most days
- Drink plenty of water
- Eat more fruits and vegetables
- Limit saturated fats and added sugars
- Don’t smoke tobacco products
- Limit alcohol consumption
- Get 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night
- Take deep breaths to relieve stress and anxiety
- Take supplements to complement your healthy diet
Take a moment to assess your daily routine and see whether you’re incorporating healthy habits. If not, today is an ideal time to start. Positive lifestyle changes lead to better wellness, greater happiness, and a more fulfilling life.
References:
https://healthline.com/health/how-long-does-it-take-to-form-a-habit#takeaway
