If your work does not involve a lot of physical activity, it is difficult to maintain health and not to affect your immunity. The problem becomes even more complicated if you work on a computer. Due to that fact, you are forced to sit in the same position for hours and stare at the monitor. However, there are simple ways you can keep an eye on your health during work hours.
1. Eat More Non-Starchy Vegetables
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Vegetables can be classified as those with or without starch. It is a well-known fact that starchy vegetables generally have more carbohydrates and calories. Opposed to non-starchy ones. If you are not physically active, eating such vegetables and foods will increase your weight. Weight gaining leads to other health issues. The most common are obesity, high blood pressure, cholesterol, etc … Therefore you should avoid starchy vegetables.
That includes potatoes, corn and beans. Non-starchy vegetables include spinach and other dark green leafy vegetables, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, etc … While mealtime, fill half of your plate with non-starchy vegetables. It is an easy way to eat healthier. These vegetables are low in calories, but full of nutrients, fibers and water. If you replace starch and protein in your meal with non-starchy vegetables, you can still eat the same amount of food – but with fewer calories.
This simple strategy also helps you not to worry about the calories you take during the day.
2. Drink Green Tea Or Water
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Green tea is an extremely healthy beverage. It has very few calories and is full of nutrients and antioxidants. Elements such as antioxidants help our body fight free radicals. These are the molecules that increase the risk of disease and accelerate aging.
Numerous studies have shown that people who drink green tea tend to live longer. They have a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Green tea also contains epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and caffeine. This combination of ingredients also helps in burning fat by boosting metabolism. However, when you carry tea, coffee or plain water to work, you must have adequate packaging. Therefore, caution is advised when buying a thermos or various water bottles.
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Water bottles and thermoses should be made out of high-quality materials. We all want them to look good and be practical. But, according to Kool8, it has to keep your beverage taste unchanged. When you spend the whole day at work, your tea or water is in a thermos. If the thermos or water bottle is not adequate, you won’t be able to enjoy your favourite flavours.
3. Life Habits
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It’s not easy, but for longevity, it is essential to lead a healthy lifestyle. This will bring your body, soul and spirit into balance. Healthy habits are not only reflected in proper nutrition but also other activities. Custom exercises should be performed daily. Sleeping properly is also imperative. Eight hours of sleep will allow your body to revitalize, refresh and prepare to face the new day. You should also take some time for yourself. That way you can relieve stress and restore optimism. This can be achieved with a relaxing bath, hobby, or meditation.
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A healthy life recipe considers you’re a person who does not smoke, eats healthy, is physically active and has a normal body constitution.
One of the biggest problems of modern society is the lack of physical activity. Although everyone knows that it’s a source of health, they’re reluctant to approach it. People prefer a more passive lifestyle, which has a devastating effect on the body. So, keep that in mind. For the sake of health, it is often enough just to take a walk.