With the pandemic spread of coronavirus, we have to ensure our health and practice appropriate precautions for the safety of our community. Yes, precautions include stocking up on necessities and maintaining hygiene; however, maintaining good health has a lot to do with food, exercise and de-stressing.
- Don’t smoke.
Smoking adversely affects our lungs and breathing. It also dries out our body of necessary water content. Quitting smoking can help you, and others in the community.
- Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
Eat fresh and whole foods that are cleaned and cooked properly. Consuming fresh foods can allow your body to absorb all nutrients that help boost immunity.
- Exercise regularly.
Removing toxins out of our body increases immunity. Exercising regularly increases body flexibility and reduces the chances of a low immune system.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
Being underweight or overweight can adversely affect your organs. Try to maintain a healthy weight to keep your cholesterol, blood pressure and insulin levels balanced.
- Get adequate sleep.
Sleeping for 8-9 hours daily allows our body to rest our organs. Providing proper rest to yourself can boost your mood, health and immunity.
- Take steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking meats thoroughly.
Maintaining a hygienic routine daily already lowers your chances of contracting communicable diseases. Taking precautions like thoroughly washing hands, cooking meats at high temperatures and sanitising regularly can positively affect your health.
- Try to minimize stress.
De-stress yourself by meditating, exercising or listening to music. Stress causes our body to have unbalanced blood pressure levels, adversely affecting our immunity.
