What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life?
Being Healthy Includes Managing Your Blood Pressure
Do you know what your blood pressure is? Do you monitor it regularly? Most people do not.
Normal blood pressure is around 120/80. Relying solely on your doctor to check your blood pressure can have disabling—or even deadly—effects if it’s too high or too low. Regular monitoring is an essential part of living a healthy lifestyle.
One of the most effective ways to manage your blood pressure is by eating a healthy diet. Choose foods that are low in fat and salt:
• Eat fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables.
• Choose lean meats such as fish or chicken. As I like to say, eat meat that naturally flies or swims.
• Avoid highly processed foods like hot dogs, store-bought hamburgers, or anything from fast food restaurants.
• Opt for whole grain pasta, brown rice, and beans.
• Include low-fat dairy products.
Maintain a healthy weight and get plenty of daily exercise. This can include walking for at least 30 minutes, doing household chores like sweeping and mopping, raking leaves, or working in your garden.
Manage stress by taking time to relax during your busy day. Enjoy pleasure reading, find reasons to laugh, visit friends and family, and engage in your favorite hobbies. Limit your time on social media. We truly wake up every day and choose our moods. Choose well.
Avoid or limit alcohol consumption, and by all means, stopsmoking. Get plenty of sleep each night. Try going to bed and waking up at the same time every day to build consistency and healthy habits.
Monitor your health, choose habits that improve your well-being, and enjoy life!
Simply Well Life 