Tips for maintaining a healthy life

1. Measure and Watch Your Weight.

Keeping track of your body weight on a daily or weekly basis will help you see what you’re losing and/or what you’re gaining.

2. Limit Unhealthy Foods and Eat Healthy Meals.

Do not forget to eat breakfast and choose a nutritious meal with more protein and fiber and less fat, sugar, and calories. 

3. Take Multivitamin Supplements.

To make sure you have sufficient levels of nutrients, taking a daily multivitamin supplement is a good idea, especially when you do not have a variety of vegetables and fruits at home. Many micronutrients are vital to your immune system, including vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, and E.

4. Drink Water and Stay Hydrated, and Limit Sugared Beverages.

Drink water regularly to stay healthy, but there is NO evidence that drinking water frequently (e.g. every 15 minutes) can help prevent any viral infection. 

5. Exercise Regularly and Be Physically Active.

At this time, at-home workouts may be a good idea. But you can also walk your dog or run outside. Be sure you know what’s going on in your area and if there are any restrictions or mandatory self-quarantines. 

6. Reduce Sitting and Screen Time.

Exercise can’t immunize you from your sedentary time. Even people who exercise regularly could be at increased risk for diabetes and heart disease and stroke if they spend lots of time sitting behind computers. Practically speaking, you could consider taking breaks from sedentary time, such as walking around the office/room a couple of times in a day.

7. Get Enough Good Sleep.

There is a very strong connection between sleep quality and quantity and your immune system. You can keep yourimmune system functioning properly by getting seven to eight hours of sleep each night. 

8. Go Easy on Alcohol and Stay Sober.

Don’t forget that those alcohol calories can add up quickly. Alcohol should always be consumed in moderation. 

9. Find Ways to Manage Your Emotions.

It is common for people to have feelings of fear, anxiety, sadness, and uncertainty  but is important to fins ways to manage your emotions to minimize stress-related weight gain.

10. Use an App to Keep Track of Your Movement, Sleep, and Heart Rate.

A reminder: People with serious chronic medical conditions, including extreme obesity, diabetes, and heart disease are at a higher risk of experiencing complications and getting very sick.