In this new year we are looking to implement different ways to live a healthier lifestyle.
There are several excuses people use to justify their lack of healthy habits, such as: "I don't have time to cook healthy food" or "Healthy food is expensive" and "I work long hours and don't have time to go to the gym".
Equal Food offers you the possibility of practicing a healthy diet in an easy and convenient way , but we also want to give you other tips for having a healthy lifestyle.
The best way to implement change is through goals. You don’t have to try to change everything at once, start with small healthy habits and make a plan to stay focused.
These goals could be eating 2 pieces of fruit every day or doing 10 minutes of physical exercise. The choice is yours, you just have to be kind to yourself and understand that implementing healthy habits is a process that cannot be achieved overnight.
These are the healthy habits to start 2023 in the best possible way!
1. Exercise regularly.
Exercise is one of the most important variables to combat a sedentary lifestyle and adopt healthy habits. Exercising is essential to maintain physical and mental health. Try to include different activities, such as walking, running, swimming, yoga or weight training. Even if you don't go to the gym or exercise regularly, you can set other goals. For example, stand up for 5 to 10 minutes every half hour of work to spare your body and improve your posture, or at least every hour. If you work from home, start with a walk at the end of the day.
2. Get enough sleep:
Sleep is one of the most important and essential healthy habits to keep your body and mind healthy. Try to get between 7-9 hours of sleep per night and establish a regular sleep routine.
The easiest way to do this is to establish a sleep routine and go to bed at the same time every day. Having a suitable sleeping environment, i.e. one that is cool and airy, is important. Also, try to minimize the use of electronic devices before bed as much as possible. Blue screens interfere with our production of melatonin, the sleep hormone. In addition, avoid consuming caffeine or alcohol before bedtime.
3. Drink water:
Drinking water regularly is important to keep your body hydrated and help regulate your metabolism.
We recommend keeping a glass of water nearby at all times, or having an aluminum bottle that allows you to stay hydrated regularly.
Objective : At least 1.5L per day to improve bowel function, absorb vitamins and improve skin health.
4. Stress management
Stress can have a negative impact on our physical and mental health, as it is a difficult part of our lives to manage. There are several ways to help relieve stress, starting with physical exercise.
In addition, relaxation techniques such as meditation, yoga, breathing exercises or therapy are always great ways to manage the stress of our days. Moments of mindfulness such as reading, painting, cooking or playing a musical instrument can be great ways to relax.
5. Have regular check-ups
Don’t keep putting off going to your doctor’s appointments. Keeping your health under control is the best way to prevent health problems and maintain a healthier lifestyle.
6. Quit smoking
Quitting smoking can be a particularly difficult task, and that's why it's one of the best ways to break the habit. But just imagine how much your breath or the smell of your clothes could improve if you quit smoking.
Also, do the math on how much money you spend on tobacco each month. The Portuguese smoke 12 cigarettes a day, on average, and if a pack of cigarettes costs on average €4.50, you could save up to €823.50 per year . Think about the gym membership you would like to pay for, the vacation you would like to take or any other personal goal you could achieve with that money.
7. Maintain healthy social relationships
Our friendships and family relationships are one of the best outlets for maintaining good mental and emotional health. Trying to maintain regular contact with friends and family is a great way to stay happier and less lonely.
8. Eat a balanced diet with Equal Food hampers: A balanced diet is essential to maintaining good health.
Equal Food baskets include what a healthy diet should have: a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.
And why buy Equal Food baskets?
- We have four baskets on offer, with new options being designed, full of fresh and delicious products.
- You make your conscience healthier, because you are helping a very noble cause, namely, minimizing food waste.
- It's convenient: You save time going to the supermarket which you can use to go to the gym, it's a win-win!
- You have suggestions on how to make our products every week on our Instagram.
- It’s affordable: our hampers are cheaper than market prices.
You can order any of our hampers here .
Remember that implementing healthy habits is an ongoing process and it is always important to be consistent and patient with ourselves.