Be Healthy

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• Actively Reduce the Amount of Time You Spend Sitting Each DayActively reduce the amount of time you spend sitting each day. Consider using a standing desk or integrating more standing and walking into your routine.Restricted · editorial review required
• Add Spices Such as Turmeric and Cinnamon into Your Daily MealsAdd spices such as turmeric and cinnamon into your daily meals.Restricted · editorial review required
• Aim to Drink About 8 Glasses of Water a Day, Adjusting Based on ActivityAim to drink about 8 glasses of water a day, adjusting based on activity level and health.Restricted · editorial review required
• Aim to Get at Least 10 Minutes of Sun Exposure Daily or Include VitaminAim to get at least 10 minutes of sun exposure daily or include vitamin D-rich foods in your diet like fortified milks, fatty fish, and egg yolks.Restricted · editorial review required
• Aim to Walk 10,000 Steps Each Day and Track Your Progress with a PedometerAim to walk 10,000 steps each day and track your progress with a pedometer or fitness app.Restricted · editorial review required
• Arrange Your Workstation So Your Eyes Line up with the Top Third of YourArrange your workstation so your eyes line up with the top third of your computer screen, and make sure your back is straight and feet are flat on the ground.Restricted · editorial review required
• Before You Pick up Your Phone or Go Online, Pause and Ask Yourself: ‘doBefore you pick up your phone or go online, pause and ask yourself: ‘Do I really need to do this right now?’ or ‘Is there something else I should be focusing on?’ Challenge yourselPending review · editorial review required
• Brush Your Teeth at Least Twice a Day, and Don’t Skip the FlossingBrush your teeth at least twice a day, and don’t skip the flossing! Use dental floss daily to clean between your teeth, removing plaque and food particles that brushing can’t reachRestricted · editorial review required
• Choose Seasonal Products When Shopping for GroceriesChoose seasonal products when shopping for groceries.Restricted · editorial review required
• Consider Adding a Probiotic Supplement to Your Daily RoutineConsider adding a probiotic supplement to your daily routine.Restricted · editorial review required
• Count Your StepsCount your steps from your bedroom to your kitchen every morning without looking down.Restricted · editorial review required
• Dedicate Part of Your Day to Listening to Music Genres or Sounds That AreDedicate part of your day to listening to music genres or sounds that are new to you, like different styles of music or nature sounds.Restricted · editorial review required
• Dedicate Time Each Day to StretchDedicate time each day to stretch.Restricted · editorial review required
• DIY Skincare RoutinesCreate your own skincare products using natural ingredients like honey, oatmeal, or coconut oil.Restricted · editorial review required
• Drink 3 to 4 Cups of Coffee Daily but Not MoreDrink 3 to 4 cups of coffee daily but not more.Restricted · editorial review required
• Drink Herbal Teas Such as Chamomile or Peppermint Multiple Times a DayDrink herbal teas such as chamomile or peppermint multiple times a day.Restricted · editorial review required
• Each Week, Pick a New or Rarely Eaten Vegetable to Add to Your MealsEach week, pick a new or rarely eaten vegetable to add to your meals.Restricted · editorial review required
• Ease Into RelaxationDuring standing breaks, place your feet shoulder-width apart, slightly bend your knees, close your eyes, breathe deeply, and relax your shoulders away from your ears.Restricted · editorial review required
• Eat a High-Protein Breakfast Such as Eggs, Greek Yogurt, or Protein ShakesEat a high-protein breakfast such as eggs, Greek yogurt, or protein shakes.Restricted · editorial review required
• Eat Slowly and Without Distractions Like TV or SmartphonesEat slowly and without distractions like TV or smartphones.Restricted · editorial review required
• Elevate Your Reading and WatchingAdjust your screens and reading materials to eye level, whether you're sitting or standing.Restricted · editorial review required
• Energize with IronAdd iron-rich foods into your diet like lean meats, beans, and leafy greens to prevent fatigue and enhance mental clarity.Restricted · editorial review required
• Flex Your Face MusclesIncorporate simple face exercises into your daily routine to tone your facial muscles and improve skin elasticity.Restricted · editorial review required
• Have a Snack or Meal That Includes Both Protein and Carbs Within 30 MinutesHave a snack or meal that includes both protein and carbs within 30 minutes after exercising.Restricted · editorial review required
• Hold Off on Brushing After Acidic FoodsAfter eating or drinking something acidic (like citrus or soda), wait about 30 minutes before brushing your teeth. This gives your enamel time to recover.Restricted · editorial review required
• Hygiene RoutinesMaintain a consistent daily hygiene routine that includes brushing your teeth, showering, and washing your face.Restricted · editorial review required
• Include Calcium-Rich Foods Like Milk, Cheese, Kale, and Almonds in Every MealInclude calcium-rich foods like milk, cheese, kale, and almonds in every meal.Restricted · editorial review required
• Instead of Three Big Meals, Eat Smaller Amounts More Often Throughout the DayInstead of three big meals, eat smaller amounts more often throughout the day.Restricted · editorial review required
• Magnesium MagicInclude magnesium-rich foods like spinach, almonds, and whole grains in your daily meals.Restricted · editorial review required
• Make Small Changes to Your Daily RoutinesMake small changes to your daily routines.Restricted · editorial review required
• Make Yourself a Cup of Ginger Tea and Drink It Before or After MealsMake yourself a cup of ginger tea and drink it before or after meals.Restricted · editorial review required
• Memory SnapshotEach day, choose a moment and focus on remembering everything about it: the setting, people around, and what you can see, smell, and hear.Restricted · editorial review required
• Mix Up Your MovesChange up your exercise routine weekly by including activities like jogging, yoga, swimming, and weight lifting.Restricted · editorial review required
• Monitor and Limit Added Sugars to Less Than 10% of Your Total Daily CaloriesMonitor and limit added sugars to less than 10% of your total daily calories.Restricted · editorial review required
• Morning Touch TestPerform your morning routine like brushing your teeth or dressing up with your eyes closed.Restricted · editorial review required
• Move Caffeine Earlier When Sleep MattersIf caffeine may be reaching into the night, move the last dose earlier and reduce large late-day doses. A 2025 randomized crossover trial found that a single 400 mg dose disruptedReviewed · trusted retrieval
• Never Miss Your MedsSet up reminders or routines to ensure you never forget to take your pills, whether it’s using a pill organizer, setting alarms, or linking it to a daily habit like brushing your tRestricted · editorial review required
• Phone Posture PerfectionHold your phone up near eye level to avoid tilting your head down when using it.Restricted · editorial review required
• Protect Enough Sleep Opportunity and Track Daytime FunctionIf your sleep is routinely short, protect a realistic window that gives you enough opportunity to sleep and observe simple trends in sleep timing and daytime alertness. Do not deliReviewed · trusted retrieval
• Refresh with a Relaxation BreakDuring a break, stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, close your eyes, take deep breaths, and drop your shoulders away from your ears.Restricted · editorial review required
• Regularly Ask Yourself Probing Questions About Your Experiences and FeelingsRegularly ask yourself probing questions about your experiences and feelings.Restricted · editorial review required
• Replace an Hour of TV Watching Each Day with Walking, Whether Outside or IndoorsReplace an hour of TV watching each day with walking, whether outside or indoors.Restricted · editorial review required
• Replace Junk Food with Healthier OptionsReplace junk food with healthier options. Instead of chips, candy, soda, and fast food like McDonald's, choose fruits, veggies, nuts, yogurt, and homemade meals. For example, swapRestricted · editorial review required
• Select Shoes That Support Your Feet Well and Feel Comfortable for All-Day WearSelect shoes that support your feet well and feel comfortable for all-day wear.Restricted · editorial review required
• Set a Consistent Bedtime That Aligns with Your Wake-Up Time to Get Your BodySet a consistent bedtime that aligns with your wake-up time to get your body used to winding down at the same time every night.Restricted · editorial review required
• Set Screen Time Limits on Your PhoneGo to your phone settings and set a maximum daily screen time limit for specific apps or your overall phone use. Stick to the limit you set, and when time’s up, put the phone away!Restricted · editorial review required
• Snack on a Handful of Nuts Like Walnuts, Almonds, or Brazil Nuts Each DaySnack on a handful of nuts like walnuts, almonds, or Brazil nuts each day.Restricted · editorial review required
• Spend 10-15 Minutes in the Sun Each Morning or Late AfternoonSpend 10-15 minutes in the sun each morning or late afternoon.Restricted · editorial review required
• Spend a Few Minutes Each Day on Breathing Exercises, Such as Deep Belly BreathingSpend a few minutes each day on breathing exercises, such as deep belly breathing or the 4-7-8 method.Restricted · editorial review required
• Stand Up StraightWhen standing, keep your head up and shoulders back, ensuring your ears are aligned with your shoulders.Restricted · editorial review required
• Start Adding a Bit of Yogurt to Your Meals Each DayStart adding a bit of yogurt to your meals each day. You can eat it as a snack or use it in smoothies.Restricted · editorial review required
• Start Each Day with a Cold ShowerStart each day with a cold shower.Restricted · editorial review required
• Stay Hydrated, But Not With MealsDrink plenty of water throughout the day but avoid consuming large amounts right before or during meals.Restricted · editorial review required
• Supercharge with SeafoodAim to eat seafood, particularly fatty fish like salmon or sardines, at least twice a week.Restricted · editorial review required
• Switch from White to Whole-Grain Bread, Pasta, and RiceSwitch from white to whole-grain bread, pasta, and rice.Restricted · editorial review required
• The Floating Head VisualizationImagine your head is effortlessly floating above your shoulders, held up by an invisible string.Restricted · editorial review required
• Try a Short Breath MeditationSit somewhere safe, let your breathing stay natural, notice when attention wanders, and bring it back. Five minutes is a convenient container, not a therapeutic dose or a test of wReviewed · trusted retrieval
• Turn a Screen-Free Meeting Into a Walking MeetingUse a walking meeting to replace part of a long sitting block when the conversation does not require a screen. Evidence supports the movement break, not a special meeting effect.Reviewed · trusted retrieval
• Use of Ergonomic FurnitureUse ergonomic furniture like chairs, desks, and keyboards that support better posture and comfort.Restricted · editorial review required
• Use the 20-20-20 Rule for Screen BreaksWhen you spend a long time looking at screens, take a short distance-viewing break: about every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet away for 20 seconds.Reviewed · trusted retrieval
• Weekly Meal PlanningSit down once a week to plan all your meals and snacks for the next seven days, making a grocery list to match.Restricted · editorial review required