HOW TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

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Drink more water . Most of us don’t drink enough water every day. Water is essential for our body to function. Did you know that over 60% of our body is made up of water? Water is needed to carry out body functions, remove waste, and carry nutrients and oxygen around our body. Since we lose water every day through urine, bowel movements, perspiration and breathing, we need to replenish our water intake. Since food intake contributes about 20% of our fluid intake, that means we need to drink about 8-10 glasses a day to stay hydrated. One way to tell if you’re hydrated — your urine should be colourless or slightly yellow. If it’s not, you’re not getting enough water! Other signs include Dry lips, dry mouth, and little urination. Get enough sleep . Lack of sleep may lead to a host of health problems including obesity, diabetes, and even heart disease. Continued lack of sleep can affect your immune system and make you less able to fend off colds and the flu. So, it’s important ...
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