According to WHO: “State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity” Everyone should prioritise their mental and physical health.
Today we will discuss 5 health tips through which you can achieve your dream health life:
- Balance diet
You should have a balanced diet which includes fruit , vegetables and all essential nutrients for your body.
WHO recent reports: According to WHO recent reports around 250,000 people die annually in Pakistan due to heart diseases. Cardiovascular diseases are increasing globally and it’s taking 17.9 million lives each year.
A diet high in saturated and trans fat , cholesterol and sodium can significantly increase heart rate which can lead to cardiovascular diseases while a diet containing fruit , vegetables and essential fats can reduce it. High HDL level can increase risk of plaque formation between arteries which can cause heart attack.
Unhealthy diet can also lead to diabetes. It can also be caused by cystic fibrosis, genetic mutations and pancreatic diseases.
2 Quit drinking and smoking
Smoking and drinking can also cause many health problems including cancer and liver diseases.
Smoking and drinking collectively can cause mouth cancer. Excessive alcohol can cause liver cancer . It can cause Cirrhosis and it can also harm your mental health .
ases of smoking and drinking: Smoking and alcohol can lead a person to depression. In every year 300,00 cases of oral cancer are reported in Pakistan with 5500 deaths . According to a study which was conducted in KPK 68% men and 38% women get oral cancer because of naswar use which is very common in Pakistan especially among Pashtun people.
Gutka ( chewing tobacco between mouth and tongue) can cause lip , tongue and esophagus cancer. Smoking can also cause COPD chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Quitting smoking and drinking can improve overall health and also can reduce risk of liver and mouth cancer.
3 yoga / exercise
Yoga practice can offer various physical and mental health benefits including stress management, flexibility , improve posture and reduce joint pain. Study about osteoarthritis: Studies have reported osteoarthritis rates ranging from 14% to 20%.Chronic back pain is a common issue, with a prevalence of 31.4%.
Females get affected more than males from arthritis . Chronic diseases like arthritis can also cause joint pain. In 2022 almost 2210 adults were affected from joint pain mostly in Karachi Pakistan. Slow yoga movements can increase blood flow and warm up muscles while holding a pose can increase strength. Yoga is built on three terms: breathing, movement and meditation . It can provide flexibility, strength, balance and inner peace.
4 sleep
A good sleep cycle helps with healing, hormone balance and body repair. Obesity, diabetes and mental health can get affected by poor sleep . Sleep deprivation can impair insulin function, potentially increasing the risk of diabetes.
In repairing muscle tissue sleep is beneficial and important. It can also lead to skin , hair and eye problems . Weight gain and weight loss are related to sleep schedule . Difficulty while sleeping is a common issue among the younger generation and it is due to late night technology use , instructive thoughts and a natural shift in body sleep schedule.
Using mobile phones before sleep can affect sleeping as according to study blue lights from phones can cause melatonin production and can make it harder to sleep. Hard schedule , social pressure and other stressors can also affect sleep cycles.
5 Depression
Depression has negative effects on your health and can worsen existing medical conditions . A new study reveals depression can cause cardiovascular diseases and increase heart rate. It increases the risk of hypertension and chronic pain.
According to the American Psychological Association, older adults with depression have higher risk of memory loss compared to young ones . The symptoms of depression include sadness , grief and a sense of guilt. You shouldn’t ignore the symptoms, consult with a therapist and discuss the problem.
Depression medicines also help individuals who are facing mental health trauma. A trauma can also cause depression such as genophobia , gerascophobia and atychiphobia. Zoloft , Lexapro , Prozac and celexa are common depression pills but you should consult a doctor before using them .
following above points are some health tips, Care about yourself you are important. The mind and the body are not separate, what affects one , affects the other. … The end..
