Guest Post By Mary From  The Explorers Planet




Healthy habits can be adopted for better overall health. They are important for everyone, especially those who are prone to certain illnesses or have a family history of a disease.

Best Habits Of Healthy People

1. Exercise Regularly

It helps to reduce your risk of chronic diseases, maintain a healthy weight and improve your mood. Get 30 min of moderate-intensity exercises for at least 5 days. This includes walking, cycling or swimming.

2. Eat More Fruits and Veggies

These nutrient-packed foods are low in calories and contain essential vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants that protect against disease. Aim to fill half your plate with colourful produce at each meal.

3. Get Enough Sleep

It helps to restore energy, improve concentration and boost mood. Aim for 7-9  hours of sleep. This means maintaining a regular bedtime and wake time, avoiding caffeine late in the day and limiting distractions such as screens before bed.

4. Manage Stress

Learning to manage stress is key to keeping your health in check. Regularly taking time out to relax and unwind can help to reduce anxiety, boost mood and improve sleep quality. This could include activities such as yoga, meditation or simply spending time in nature.

5. Drink More Water

Staying hydrated is essential for good health. Aim to drink minimum 8 glasses  water daily. If you find plain water boring, add a slice of citrus or some herbs for flavour.

6. Avoid Smoking & Alcohol Consumption

Smoking & alcohol consumption can have serious impacts on health. Avoiding these can help to protect against heart disease, cancer and other conditions. If you do smoke or drink alcohol, aim to limit your intake as much as possible.

7. Practice Mindfulness

Practicing mindfulness is a great way to promote relaxation and reduce stress. Regularly taking time to practice mindfulness can help to improve well-being, reduce anxiety and boost mood.

8. Get Regular Health Checks

Getting regular health checks is important for finding potential problems before becoming serious. This could include things like getting an annual physical exam and having regular vision, hearing and dental checks. Talk to physician about any health concerns you have.

9. Take Supplements

This could include things like Vitamin D, fish oil or a multivitamin depending on your needs and preferences. Talk to the physician before you start a new supplement.

10. Connect With Others

Social connection is essential for keeping mental and emotional well-being. Aim to stay connected to the people in your life by spending time together, either virtually or in person when possible.

11. Pursue Meaningful Goals

Setting meaningful goals can help to give your life purpose and motivation. This could involve anything from a career pursuit to taking up a new hobby or learning a new skill. Aim to set goals that are achievable and make you feel good about yourself when accomplished.

12. Unplug From Technology

Taking regular breaks from technology is essential for good mental and emotional well-being. Aim to spend time away from your devices throughout the day and take a full digital detox at least once a week. This could include picking up a book or going for a walk in nature.

13. Practice Gratitude

Practicing gratitude is a great way to boost well-being and increase happiness levels. Take time each day to write down the things that make you grateful. This could include anything from family or friends to nature or even a good cup of coffee.

14. Move Your Body

Regular physical activity is important for health. Stay as active in your daily routine as possible.




15. Practice Self-Compassion

Practicing self-compassion is essential for maintaining good mental health. This implies being gentle and kind to yourself, rather than constantly judging or criticizing yourself. Aim to show the same understanding and kindness to yourself as you would have shown to your friend. This could involve taking some time out for self-care or doing something that makes you feel good

16. Laugh & Have Fun

Laughter helps to reduce stress and enhance well-being, so make sure you take time each day to have fun and laugh. This could include watching a funny movie or playing with your children or pets. You could even try out some comedy classes to help you learn how to make other people laugh as well!

17. Create A Self-Care Plan

Creating and following through on a self-care plan can be hugely beneficial for improving your well-being. This should include activities that help to nourish and nurture your body, mind and soul. This could involve anything from a warm bath and massage to spending time in nature or journaling. Make sure you make it a priority to follow through on your plan each day for maximum benefit

18. Spend Quality Time With Loved Ones

Connecting with friends, family and people who care about us helps to reduce stress and boost well-being. Aim to set aside some time each day or week for spending quality time with the important people in your life. This could be anything from a relaxed conversation over a cup of tea to activities such as hiking or playing board games together

19. Live in the Moment

Often we are worried and stressed about what might happen tomorrow. Make an effort to live in the moment and focus on what is happening right now, rather than worrying about what may or may not happen. This helps to reduce stress and promote inner peace.

20. Seek Help

There is no shame in asking for support when needed, so make sure you don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance. There are many resources available, such as therapists, support groups and online communities that can help you in your journey towards improved well-being.  

With these tips and strategies, you can take little steps for improving your mental well-being. Just be nice to yourself and remember that it is ok if things don't always go as planned. Taking little steps every day helps in creating sustainable changes in the long run!  Good luck!