9 TIPS TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND WEIGHT
During this extreme time, we have started working from home and off campus to maintain social distancing for as many people as possible. As we stay home and cling to the food in our refrigerators and pantries for some time, we lead a temporarily sedentary lifestyle. Increase and permanently maintain overweight. This can pose serious health risks for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and other health problems.
Here, we would like to share some basic tips and resources on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, weight, and general health while staying home and practicing social distancing.
1. Weigh & Monitor
Track your weight daily or weekly to see what you're losing or gaining.
2. Limit unhealthy foods and eat healthily
Remember to eat breakfast, choosing a nutritious meal high in protein and fiber and low in fat, sugar, and calories. For more information on food and dietary recommendations for weight management, visit the website at: www.hsph.harvard.edu/obesity-prevention-source/obesity-causes/diet-and -weight/.
3 Take a multivitamin
To ensure you are getting enough nutrients, it is recommended to take a multivitamin daily. Especially if you don't have a wide variety of vegetables and fruits at home. Many micronutrients are essential for the immune system, including vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, and E, zinc, iron, copper, selenium, and magnesium.
However, there is currently no evidence that supplements or "miracle mineral supplements" added to your diet help protect against viruses or speed recovery. In a few cases, high doses of Vitamins can be harmful to your health.
4. Drink water, stay hydrated, and limit sugary drinks
5. Exercise regularly and move your body
At this point, it's a good idea to exercise at home. But you can also walk your dog or run outside. Find out what's going on in your area and if there are any restrictions or mandatory self-quarantines.
6 Spend less time sitting and looking at screens
Even if you exercise regularly, spending too much time in front of your computer can increase your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. In practice, you might consider taking breaks from your sitting time in the office/room and walking around most of the time a day.
7. Get enough sound sleep
There is a very strong relationship between the quality and quantity of sleep and the immune system. Sleeping 7-8 hours of sleep helps your immune system function properly. For more information visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/sleep/index.html.
8. Manage your emotions anyways
It's common for people to feel anxious, fearful, sad, and anxious during the pandemic. To minimize stress-related weight gain, use the following stress and coping information from the CDC.
9. Use the app to track your exercise, sleep, and heart rate.
CAUTION: People with serious chronic conditions such as extreme obesity, diabetes, and heart disease are at increased risk of developing complications or becoming critically ill from COVID-19 infection. You should talk to healthcare providers and listen to their advice.
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