Health is the greatest wealth; a healthy body is where a healthy mind resides. Through a healthy body, you perform all worldly actions. The greatest gift is being healthy. Often, we follow rigid routines and various diets while overlooking the importance of simpler habits and the basic needs of the body.

This article will explore ten simple habits that you can incorporate into your daily life to maintain your health.

1. Breathing: 

Breathing is simply the process of inhaling air containing a higher amount of oxygen and a lower amount of carbon dioxide, and exhaling air containing a higher amount of carbon dioxide and a lower amount of oxygen. Breathing is an involuntary action with partial voluntary control. Breathing ensures that our body gets a proper supply of oxygen, and the carbon dioxide, which is waste material from cellular activities, is expelled. The proper way to breathe is through the nose. However, many people can develop a habit of breathing through their mouths. This can lead to irritation, disturbances in sleep schedules, and other disorders. These are the reasons we need to pay attention to our breathing habits and rituals, and also include breathing exercises in our routine. Breathing practices can help reduce stress. These exercises can further help you relax. Proper breathing is crucial to heart and lung health. They improves muscle functioning and overall respiratory health.

2. Hydration: 

Water is the largest component of the human body, making up approximately 70% of body mass. This means water is essential for many bodily functions. Water plays a key role in digestive functions, the proper movement of nutrients, and the excretion of waste materials from the body. It is recommended to drink 2-3 litres of water every day. It is crucial to avoid dehydration but also not to reach a state of overhydration.

3. Include fruits in the diet: 

Vitamins, minerals, and fiber are constituents of food that often get neglected. Fruits are the best source of these nutrients. They nourishes the body and boosts immunity with essential elements. They also provide hydration. The fruits grown in the summer season are an excellent source of hydration.

4. Earthing: 

Earthing refers to activities where you directly connect with the soil or earth. There are a number of exercises to perform grounding, such as walking barefoot on the ground, lying on the grass, or submerging in natural sources of water. These are the best calming and healing exercises. They can help regulate emotions and improve focus.

5. Soaking in Sunlight: 

Exposure to sunlight has numerous health benefits. Many studies have shown that spending time in natural sunlight during the morning helps regulate your circadian rhythm. This improves sleep and boosts health. Sunlight enables the body to produce vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for bone and immune health. However, overexposure during peak afternoon hours should be avoided. Many medical reviews list a number of health benefits of sunlight. Sunlight is important for both physical and mental health. A lack of sunlight can cause disorders and poor growth of bones in children.

6. Sleep: 

Adults need proper sleep of 7-8 hours for optimal health. Rest and sleep are important for brain function, as well as the restoration and repair of the body. Under work pressure and stress, people often avoid sleep. However, a lack of sleep will increase problems rather than make you productive. Any task done at the expense of your health is unproductive.

7. Physical Exercise: 

Physical exercises refer to different physical activities performed repetitively to improve physical health. There are aerobic exercises, anaerobic exercises, weight training, and other forms of exercise according to your needs. You only need to set your goal and be consistent. Exercise helps you connect with your body and feel more relaxed, happy, and healthy in your skin. Exercise helps with weight management, blood circulation, and the optimal functioning of the body. To choose appropriate body exercises, you must have clarity about your goals, whether you want to lose weight or gain weight. Based on this, you can select the right exercises. Also, balance your exercise with proper nutrition. The most important part is to have fun: the joy of movement.

8. Less Screen Time: 

In today's world, our biggest problems are doom-scrolling and procrastination. In this technological era, it is almost impossible to avoid mobile phones. However, the least we can do is to avoid phones at least an hour before sleeping. During phases where we find ourselves doom-scrolling, we can divert our focus to other activities like journaling or cultivating and nurturing other hobbies like reading and sketching etc.

9. Quality Time With People: 

Relationships are building blocks of life. Spending quality time with people you love directly impacts your health and longevity. When we're around people we love, our bodies are in a relaxed state with a greater amount of happy hormones. A healthy, supportive relationship can reduce mental anxiety and emotional suffering.

10. Self-Awareness:

Self-awareness is essential for both personal and professional growth. It helps in understanding your thought patterns, limiting beliefs, and values. Self-awareness helps us realise our own mistakes, weaknesses, and areas where we need to improve. It can help you build strong, better, and more beautiful connections with people. Self-awareness is the foundation of overall human life.

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