From consuming highly processed foods to spending hours a day being sedentary, your health can easily deteriorate if without some key wellness-promoting steps. The good news is you don’t have to go vegan (unless you want to!) or become an ultra-runner to boost your health.
Kick the Habit
Unsurprisingly, smoking is a leading cause of decreased quality of life and preventable death. Quitting not only reduces your risk of lung disease, cancer, and high blood pressure but also improves your overall quality of life. The sooner you quit, the better your chances of avoiding smoking-related health issues. Bonus: encourage others not to start in the first place.
Eat a Balanced Diet
Obesity is a growing concern in America, with over 30% of the population affected. A healthy, balanced diet can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of diabetes, hypertension, and certain cancers. Focus on proper hydration, fresh fruits and vegetables, and a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. If the “packaging” and “wrapper” are a peel or skin, you’re on the right track!
Move!
Regular exercise offers numerous, evidence-based benefits for both physical and mental health.
“A blend of regular exercise will enhance your flexibility, your strength, your balance, your coordination, your mood, and your cardiovascular endurance,” said Dr. Shaye.
The best form of exercise is one you’ll stick with, so choose activities you enjoy; and always warm up and cool down properly.
Be Mindful of Mental Health
Your mental state plays a crucial role in overall wellness. Engage in activities that promote mental health, such as meditation or joining community groups. “Social connections enhance and prolong the quality of life, and research suggests that social connections may actually help you live longer,” adds Dr. Shaye. And acupuncture has calming effects that will be appreciated by people under stress, or even with anxiety disorders.
Get Adjusted
Natural, safe, and effective chiropractic care can play a significant role in your overall wellness strategy. This type of natural health care isn’t just for back and neck pain; regular chiropractic adjustments can improve your body’s functionality and may boost your immune system’s function.
Studies have shown a correlation between chiropractic care and faster return-to-work times after injuries, and reduced disability related to back pain. Even for those managing chronic conditions, chiropractic care can enhance the quality of life and complement other treatments.
Remember, small changes can lead to big improvements in your health.
Ready to Take Charge of Your Wellness?
Discover how our natural care can help you feel great and enjoy maximum health. Contact Performance Chiropractic now to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shaye!