How to live a healthier lifestyle

Getting enough sleep is extremely important if you want to have a healthy lifestyle. Experts say that we need 7-8 hours of sleep in order to feel energetic throughout the day. Keeping a positive attitude is also one of the benefits of getting enough sleep.

It’s really important to listen to what your body is telling you; there are some signals such as headaches, shakiness, fatigue and a growling stomach that could mean something is wrong. Most people ignore those signals, but we really need to pay attention to them.

You need to go to the dentist at least twice a year in order to check if there are cavities, plaque or tartar on your teeth. Oral disease is the most widespread chronic disease because people don’t really think that oral health is a priority.

Chronic stress happens when you suffer emotional pressure for a prolonged period of time. If you are exposed to chronic stress, it may lead to high blood pressure, inhibition of growth and it can even damage your mental health. You can learn how to fight stress with relaxation techniques, exercise, and a healthy diet.

The skin is the body's largest organ in your body so you really need to take care of it. Having a skincare routine is quite easy; you just need to wash your face before going to sleep and use skincare products for your skin type. If you keep your skin clean and moisturized, you can protect it from dirt, pollutants, and dry or hot air.

If you are exposed to sunlight for too long it can damage your skin; most people don’t worry if they get sunburnt, but it can lead to future problems such as skin cancer. To avoid this, you need to wear a sunscreen with high sun protection factor.

Most people don’t know the fact that being dehydrated while performing different tasks can actually lead to making more mistakes than usual. According to the European Food Safety Authority, women should drink eight glasses of 200ml each day and men should drink 10 glasses of 200ml each day.

There are many reasons why you should stop smoking and drinking, these bad habits affect our overall health and they can increase the risk of lung cancer or heart disease. You should also know that drinking in moderation can actually offer some health benefits. According to mayoclinic.org, “If you choose to drink alcohol, do so only in moderation. For healthy adults, that means up to one drink a day for women of all ages and men older than age 65, and up to two drinks a day for men age 65 and younger.”

You should visit your dermatologist if you notice any changes on your skin, such as the size, color and shape of any spots or moles on your skin. Dermatologists can also give you the information you need about how to take care of your skin.

We previously mentioned that it is important to visit the dentist at least twice each year, but we didn’t tell you how to properly take of your teeth. You need to brush at least twice a day, using fluoridated toothpaste and you also need to floss in order to remove plaque from your teeth.

Did you know that giving your brain new experiences can help your memory? Well, this is actually good news because whenever we combine our physical senses, vision, smell, touch, hearing or taste we stimulate more connections between different areas of the brain.

This might be our favorite tip so far! Hearing pleasant music can help strengthen the immune system. It can also help you fight chronic stress, so whenever you feel overwhelmed because of the amount of work you have to do, just put your headphones on for a while and relax.

It is very important for you to control your salt intake; too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure and in the long term it can cause kidney failure. Getting used to eating less salt can be hard at first but you just need to be patient, your tongue will eventually get used to it too.

Breathing correctly has many benefits, but most of don’t really pay attention to the way we breathe. It can detoxify and release 70% of the toxins in our body; it also relaxes the mind and helps us release tension. If you want to breathe properly you need to breathe deeply into your abdomen, not just your chest.

Caffeine produces hypertension and problems related to the intestinal tract, so we must avoid drinking too much coffee. One or two cups a day is enough, remember that it is better to drink it black, without sugar or cream.

Yes, this might sound like another cliché, but it is really necessary for us to do what we really love. If you enjoy what you do and you laugh a couple of times every day, it can boost our immune system and relax our whole body.

There are many health benefits related to owning a pet, such as improving your emotional, mental and physical health. Some studies claim that pet owners are less likely to suffer a heart attack. Going out for walks with your pet can also help you exercise and you are less likely to become obese.

You should prioritize your family and friends because according to some studies, having a wide social network can help you sleep better, stay sharper, and live longer. Now you have an excuse to meet up with friends whenever you can!