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11/14/2025

Be active
Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. This includes exercise and activities undertaken while working, playing, carrying out household chores, travelling, and engaging in recreational pursuits. The amount of physical activity you need depends on your age group but adults aged 18-64 years should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity throughout the week. Increase moderate-intensity physical activity to 300 minutes per week for additional health benefits.

10/28/2025

Consume less salt and sugar
Reduce your salt intake to 5g per day, equivalent to about one teaspoon. It’s easier to do this by limiting the amount of salt, soy sauce, fish sauce and other high-sodium condiments when preparing meals; removing salt, seasonings and condiments from your meal table; avoiding salty snacks; and choosing low-sodium products.
On the other hand, consuming excessive amounts of sugars increases the risk of tooth decay and unhealthy weight gain. In both adults and children, the intake of free sugars should be reduced. WHO recommends consuming less than 5% of total energy intake for additional health benefits. You can reduce your sugar intake by limiting the consumption of sugary snacks, candies and sugar-sweetened beverages.

10/15/2025

Eat a healthy diet
Eat a combination of different foods, including fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. Adults should eat at least five portions (400g) of fruit and vegetables per day. You can improve your intake of fruits and vegetables by always including veggies in your meal; eating fresh fruit and vegetables as snacks; eating a variety of fruits and vegetables; and eating them in season. By eating healthy, you will reduce your risk of malnutrition and noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.

10/02/2025

☀️ The Healing Power of Morning Sunlight

A few minutes of morning sunlight is one of the simplest yet most powerful health boosters. That warm glow on your skin helps regulate your body’s internal clock, improving your sleep at night and your energy during the day. Sunlight also triggers your body to produce vitamin D — a nutrient essential for strong bones, immunity, and mood regulation.

Instead of immediately reaching for your phone, try stepping outside for 10 minutes after waking. Let your body soak in natural light, breathe deeply, and start your day grounded. Your mind, mood, and health will thank you.

09/18/2025

Nurture your social relationships
Social relationships with friends, family, and loved ones you care about are important not only for your mental well-being but also your physical health.
Studies show that people who have close friends and family are healthier and live much longer than those who do not.

09/07/2025

Use plenty of herbs and spices
There is a variety of herbs and spices at our disposal these days, more so than ever. They not only provide flavor but also may offer several health benefits as well .
For example, ginger and turmeric both have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which may help improve your overall health .
Due to their powerful potential health benefits, you should aim to include a wide variety of herbs and spices in your diet.

08/23/2025

Hypertension: The Silent Killer
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions worldwide — and often goes unnoticed because it may not cause obvious symptoms. Left untreated, it can damage your heart, brain, kidneys, and arteries.

Why It’s Dangerous:

Increases risk of heart disease and stroke

Can lead to kidney failure

May cause vision problems

Often has no warning signs until complications appear

Prevention & Management:

Reduce salt intake in your diet

Stay physically active (150 minutes of moderate activity weekly)

Maintain a healthy weight

Avoid smoking and limit alcohol

Check your blood pressure regularly

👉 Remember: Early detection and lifestyle changes can save lives. If you haven’t had your blood pressure checked recently, make it a priority today.

08/06/2025

Avoid artificial trans fats
Artificial trans fats are harmful, man-made fats that are strongly linked to inflammation and heart disease .
Avoiding them should be much easier now that they have been completely banned in the United States and many other countries. Note that you may still encounter some foods that contain small amounts of naturally occurring trans fats, but these are not associated with the same negative effects as artificial trans fats .

07/28/2025

Lift weights
Strength and resistance training are some of the best forms of exercises you can do to strengthen your muscles and improve your body composition.
It may also lead to important improvements in metabolic health, including improved insulin sensitivity meaning your blood sugar levels are easier to manage and increases in your metabolic rate, or how many calories you burn at rest .
If you do not have weights, you can use your own bodyweight or resistance bands to create resistance and get a comparable workout with many of the same benefits.
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends resistance training twice per week .

07/19/2025

Limit refined carbs
Not all carbs are created equal.

Refined carbs have been highly processed to remove their fiber. They’re relatively low in nutrients and may harm your health when eaten in excess. Most ultra-processed foods are made from refined carbs, like processed corn, white flour, and added sugars.

Studies show that a diet high in refined carbs may be linked to overeating, weight gain, and chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and heart disease

07/03/2025

Minimize your sugar intake
Added sugar is extremely prevalent in modern food and drinks. A high intake is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease .
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping added sugar intake below 10% of your daily calorie intake, while the World Health Organization recommends slashing added sugars to 5% or less of your daily calories for optimal health.

06/22/2025

Use extra virgin olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil is one of the healthiest vegetable oils you can use. It’s loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and powerful antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory properties .
Extra virgin olive oil may benefit heart health, as people who consume it have a lower risk for dying from heart attacks and strokes according to some evidence.

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