Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Tips for Women to live healthy in city

City life is full of hustle and bustle which can take a toll on the health of women. Women have to take extra mile when it comes to take care of themselves. Women lead hectic lives as they have to manage career, kids, household chores and husband. To manage all these things, they neglect their health. They are the main base of the home therefore it is very important for them to be physically fit and healthy. By making small changes in your life, you can stay fit and healthy easily. Here are the list of top 10 tips to live fit and healthy in city.

Top 10 Tips To Live Fit And Healthy In City

1. Look After Your Skin

Wash your face at least 2 times and use sunscreen to protect the skin from ultra violet rays. The key to healthy skin depends on environment where you live, how much stress you are under, what you eat , whether you exercise, etc. So you must consume vitamins and minerals rich diet.

2. Take a break

Don't spend all the time in doing things for others instead take a break and get some time for yourself to relax. You can go for a massage, enjoy yourself with friends, listen some music or do painting, shopping, yoga, cooking or meditation whatever activity you like. These activities will keep you away from feeling besieged.

3. Health check-ups

Many women don’t take regular health check-up seriously but it is very necessary to visit doctor once a year for routine exams and screenings. This will help to prevent certain diseases. You should ask your doctor or nurse about what exams and tests (Pap smear, mammogram and bone density check) you require and what time you should get them.

4. Sleep

Good sleep at night is very important for health to revitalize your energy and to keep you fresh for next day. Insufficient sleep affects mood & health, decrease the ability of the body to fight infection/heal as well as can cause stress and depression. On average, you need at least 8 hours sleep.

5. Exercise

Incorporate any type of exercise in your daily routine to keep the body and figure balanced. You should do exercise at least 5 times a week. If you can not go out at the gym/do exercise, then try other easy ways of exercising like using stairs instead of lifts/elevators or parking the car far and walking extra distance to work/store or cleaning your house. You can also try one of the most enjoyable way of exercising: playing with the kids.

6. Stay Hydrated

You must drink plenty of water (at least 2 litres) daily to stay hydrated. Water flushes out all the toxins as well as performs various functions in the body. You can also drink fresh lime-water or herbal teas to stay hydrated. Many diseases are caused if the water level of your body decrease.

7. Plan

In managing job, friends and everything else, women always get stress. Stress is among the largest cause of lots of diseases. So to avoid it, always plan the things in advance.

8. Eat Well And Regularly

A good balanced diet is very important to stay fit and healthy. Avoid eating junk/fatty food as it can cause depression, tiredness or might be bad complexion. You must consume fresh fruits & vegetables as well as whole grain/ whole-wheat products. Fruits and vegetables have all the essential nutrients that are needed by the body. Also avoid the consumption of all alcoholic beverages.

9. Be responsible for your own sexual health

You are responsible for your health and safety, whether you are in a relationship or dating. Always indulge in safe sex by using prophylactics to prevent STDs.

10. Stay Happy

Mental health is also very important like physical health. You must combine both to be at your best daily. To stay happy, you can go on a vacation, enjoy with friends or do your favorite hobby.

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