6 of the Most Realistic New Year's Resolution for a Healthier 2020

As the new year approaches, people will start listing down resolutions that they will try to achieve. Unfortunately, no matter how optimistic we are in achieving these resolutions we often fall short -- especially if those resolutions involve food and diet. However, there are easy health-related resolutions you can keep for healthier well-being this 2020. 

EAT WHOLE FOODS

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According to research, people who follow a diet based on whole foods can significantly reduce risks in heart disease, increase in body weight and blood sugar levels as well as reducing the risks of having type 2 diabetes. Adding whole foods in our daily diet will not come as a shock to our body because adding whole foods can be done slowly and consistently. For instance, people who dislike eating vegetables can add at least one serving of vegetables each day just for the body to get used to it.

CUTTING BACK ON SWEETENED BEVERAGES

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It is common knowledge for people nowadays that drinks that have high sugar levels increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, insulin resistance, and cavities, among other things in children and adults. Minimizing the intake of sweetened beverages will be a wise move for the new year. Of course, quitting will not happen overnight. Try cutting back on sweetened beverages slowly, minimizing each sugar intake and before you know it, you have quit these beverages completely.

GET MORE SLEEP

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Although it is easier said than done especially with the amount of work we need to accomplish each day, striving to get more sleep will be rewarding for our bodies. Since sleep is an essential part of our health, continuous sleep deprivation may lead to heart disease and even depression. There are little things you can do to have better sleep like minimizing the time you spend looking at your smartphone or television before sleeping and reducing light pollution in the bedroom. Not drinking any caffeine-rich drink before bedtime will greatly help in inducing sleep. Most importantly, organize your time to be able to go to bed at a reasonable hour so that the body can rest for a decent amount of time.

SIT LESS AND MOVE MORE

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Research shows that sitting too much can have negative effects on our health. In these modern times when most jobs require workers to be seated, more and more people are at risk of diseases. Sitting less is the primary solution to this problem. If not feasible, it is best to walk or simply move in between tasks just for the blood to circulate.

FIND A PHYSICAL ACTIVITY THAT YOU CAN ENJOY

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Most people often go to the gym to burn the fats and calories they gained during the holidays. However, most people cannot make this habit last long. The perfect resolution of that is to choose a physical activity that you feel like doing may it be as simple as walking or biking or swimming. The most important thing here is to set an attainable goal for the body to get used to. 

SPEND MORE TIME OUTSIDE

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The outdoors is a great stress-reliever. Being with nature can improve one's health by elevating the mood, reducing stress and lowering blood pressure. Simple things like walking or biking to work, gardening in the backyard, stroll at the local park, and going camping on weekends can greatly improve the well-being of a person.