Ah…Spring is finally in the air. The days are longer. People are getting back outdoors. And it’s a good time to start healthy new habits.
Here are five simple steps to help you put an extra ‘spring’ in your step:
Drink more water: Health authorities recommend following the 8x8 rule of drinking eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily (about 2 liters or half a gallon).
Adopt a Low Glycemic (GI) diet: Choosing foods low on the GI help minimize blood sugar spikes and can promote optimal weight loss.
Protect your skin: In addition to applying a SPF 30 sunscreen, seek shade whenever possible, wear protective clothing and sunglasses and avoid intense sun rays.
Check-in for a Check-up: Make sure to book your well-exam. Ask your doctor to check for high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer screenings and more for an overall view of your health.
Add more exercise and sleep: The American Heart Association reports that the right amounts of sleep and regular exercise can lower the risk of a stroke.
Check out these recipes that are sure to lead to spring fever:
Make plain old H20 more exciting with these homemade flavor-infused waters.
Enjoy the flavor of old fashioned ice cream, without the fat and sugar.
Turmeric-Pickled Deviled Eggs not only taste yummy but look like spring on a plate.