If you are looking for some health tips for the coming year, you have come to the right place. Whether you are looking for a fresh start, or want to make some changes to your lifestyle, the new year is the perfect time to focus on making positive changes. You must remember that even major changes in your life can only be made if you start small. Even the smallest of changes can make all the difference for the coming year.
Plan your meals
The PMP 4-Week Meal Planning Challenge, which will start January 3, 2022, is almost here. The aim is to change your eating habits, eat healthier foods and save money. It's easy to start and everyone can participate. Get a free meal plan and recipe card to help you plan your 2022 meals. You can also view the past challenges and get tips and advice for meal planning.
Meal planning can help you save money or make healthier choices for your family. Meal planning is a great way to try new recipes and save on time. It is possible for your family to share meals, but you need to make sure everyone is aware of what the menu will include. You'll be surprised how much money you'll save!
Drink lots of water
You might be asking why you should drink more water. Dehydration can lead to increased heart rate and decreased sweating. Dry, itchy skin can also result. Understanding how dehydration affects your body's functions and hormones is important. Drinking more water will make your body work more efficiently and you'll feel less thirsty.
It's possible that your water intake could be negatively affecting your mental health. Even mild dehydration can affect your mental faculties. According to research, staying well hydrated can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the world. This can also lower your chances of developing heart problems. Drinking enough water can lead to higher serum sodium levels which causes the body's ability to conserve water. This can eventually lead to heart disease.
Consume more fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods
Although the trend to eat more fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods is not new, it's growing in popularity as more people become aware of the benefits. Consumers are increasingly looking for healthier produce, particularly those grown without chemicals and free from bumps, bruises, and scratches. These superfoods are growing in popularity, especially in Western and Northern Europe.
Not only is it healthier for them, but they are also trying out new recipes that use fresher fruits and vegetables. People are changing their main meal to include cauliflower or making smoothies. Restaurants and grocery stores now offer more vegetable and fruit options, as they pay more attention to consumer health. Whole Foods' trend report identifies two of the most important food trends for 2022.
Read literary fiction
Raven Leilani, a new voice in literary fiction, is a great resource for learning how to read for good health. Her debut novel about the moment is touching and essential reading. The protagonist, Eric, is a middle-aged white man who has an open marriage and adopted a black daughter. His only regret is the fact that no one is available to help her style her hair. Eric is fortunate to find some like-minded people who will help him and discover that they have more in common with each other than he realized.
Although 2021 was a landmark year in literary fiction, it looks like the coming year will be as exciting. Here are the best books of 2022 to kickstart your reading year:
FAQ
How can you improve your wellbeing?
A person's well-being can be defined as their "state of mental, physical, spiritual, or social well-being". There are many factors that can impact our well-being. Your first step towards improving your health and well-being is to identify what areas of your daily life are lacking. Then, you can work to make these changes.
Here are five easy ways to improve your wellbeing
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Exercise - Physical activity boosts endorphins which make us happier.
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Sleep – Sleeping longer than 6 hours each night will reduce anxiety and stress.
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Nutrition - Healthy eating (such as fruits, vegetables and meats) can improve your mood.
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Meditation - Regular meditation reduces stress and anxiety.
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Socialization – Spending time with family and friends makes us feel happy.
How does mental health affect our daily lives?
Everybody experiences mental illness at some time in their lives. The main difference between those who suffer from mental illness and others is that they don't seek help for it. Talk to someone when you feel that something isn't right. There are many treatment options available for anxiety, depression and stress.
How can one determine if they have a mental health condition?
An individual may be diagnosed if they experience symptoms that disrupt their daily activities. Different symptoms can indicate mental illness. The most common signs are: sadness and anxiety; feeling guilty, hopeless; lonely; depressed; confused; worthless; guilty, suicidal.
A person could also be diagnosed if they meet any of the following criteria:
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Disturbed thoughts or feelings
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Unruly behavior
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Disturbance to functioning
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A decrease in ability to relate with others
Statistics
- It means no drinking any alcoholic beverages and no taking any drugs that aren't 100% natural.
- In any given year, an estimated 18.1% (43.6 million) of U.S. adults ages 18 years or older suffered from any mental illness, and 4.2% (9.8 million) (healthypeople.gov)
- More than 40 million adults in the United States have an anxiety disorder, but less than 37% of people seek mental health treatment for their symptoms. (talkspace.com)
- According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI), one in five Americans experiences mental health issues which translates to more than 40 million adults a year. (doctorondemand.com)
- It does have some influence, but not nearly as much as we might think, so focusing less on attaining wealth will likely make you happier (Aknin, Norton, & Dunn, 2009); (positivepsychology.com)
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How to find out if you should seek the help of a mental health specialist
To determine whether you need to seek professional assistance, some signs should alert you to the possibility that your problem might require professional attention. Any warning signs should be spotted and consulted a doctor.
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You feel like your control is being lost.
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You have had trouble sleeping.
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Concentration can make your mind race.
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You are thinking about suicide.
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You feel helpless.
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It feels like your life isn’t worth living.
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You have lost interest and are no longer interested in the things you loved.
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You've stopped eating.
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You have become withdrawn.
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You've tried using alcohol or drugs to deal with stress.
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You are starting to lose family or friends.
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You have experienced other physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches, backaches, chest pains, etc.
These signs are important indicators that you need to seek medical attention immediately.