New Year, New You in 2022: 7 Tips to Regain Your Health!

Ah…health…how’s yours doing so far in 2022? The new year brings with it the opportunity for a fresh start. For many, this entails adopting a healthier lifestyle and losing weight. If this is also your goal, but you need some advice for staying on track, you’re in the right place!

Come to think of it, health is a human right. If there’s one positive thing to come out of the Covid-19 pandemic, it has to be how it forced us to prioritize physical and mental health. Our health has become our primary focus, from paying attention to our diets to cooking our meals during the lockdown and making time for exercise as the world slowed down. Here are a few tips for regaining your vigor and becoming a prudent and healthy person in New Year, New You in 2022: 7 Tips to Regain Your Health!

Since 2021 is now long gone, we all need a little push to reflect on that year. We must look forward into 2022 with a sense of purpose and positivity while continuing to aspire for better mental and physical health. 

Unfortunately, for some people, things haven’t been the same. Some of us have gained weight (all thanks to working from home). Some of us have become crankier than usual. Some of us have become a little too comfortable with drinking, smoking, and indulging in drugs – the list goes on. Thankfully, there are still ways to upgrade your health and get a fresh start on all major aspects of life.

1. Quit Smoking and / or Drugs

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Substance abuse and excessive alcohol consumption are both harmful habits. They have the potential to cause heart disease, throat, mouth, lung cancer, and so on. They are also significant contributors to emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Thus, the sooner you quit these habits, the better.

Moreover, it is no secret that addiction potentially endangers your life. Every time you consume drugs or alcohol, you risk your life. However, going to rehab may save you.

Among the best rehab centers are offered by Delphi Health Group, as they provide individualized treatments. They offer a team of professionals to help substance abusers lead a healthy life through specialized treatment programs. By going to rehab, you will not only survive but thrive.

2. Use Plenty of Herbs & Spices

We have access to various herbs and spices more than ever before. They not only add flavor, but they also have some medical benefits. Ginger and turmeric, for example, have potent, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that benefit your overall health. It’s highly advantageous to include various herbs and spices in your diet because of their potent health benefits.

3. Exercise Regularly

Exercise can aid in preventing diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and colon cancer. It can assist in treating osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and depression. People who work out more often are less likely to be severely injured. Exercising regularly helps you feel better and keeps your weight under control. So, get some physical activity of 30-60 minutes in, throughout the week. Besides, any amount of exercise is preferable to none.

4. Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods

Ultra-processed foods contain ingredients that have been significantly altered from their natural state. They frequently include added sugar, salt, artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, highly refined oil, and preservatives. Snack cakes and fast food are two examples.

  • Frozen foods
  • Foods in cans
  • Chips

Ultra-processed foods are highly palatable, which results in them being easily overeaten. They activate reward-related brain regions, resulting in excessive calorie consumption and weight gain.

Obesity, heart diseases, type 2 diabetes, cancers, and other chronic conditions have all been linked to diets high in ultra-processed foods. In addition to inflammatory fats, added sugar, and refined grains, they are typically low in fiber, micronutrients, and protein. Ultimately they only provide empty calories.

5. Drink More Water

You may have heard the phrase “drink eight glasses of water a day.” Still, few people adhere to it, preferring to count their total liquid intake – which mostly consists of coffee, sodas, and other sub-optimal beverages.

However, your body is not made up of soft drinks and beer. Water makes up approximately 60% of the human body.

Drinking more water has numerous advantages, including helping to control our calorie intake, keeping our limbs functional, and hydrating our skin. As you drink more water, you’ll notice that you have fewer cravings for sugary or unhealthy beverages.

6. Meditate

Meditation is a scientifically proven method of improving mental health. It may be especially beneficial for people suffering from anxiety or depression. Trying out this practice is an excellent New Year’s resolution because there are many different ways to meditate. Besides, you can easily find podcasts, videos, books, and apps that teach you how to get started.

7. Smile & Laugh More

Indeed, laughter is one of the most basic, yet effective things you can do to improve your mental and physical health. What makes this work? We breathe more and take in more air when we laugh, which stimulates our muscles, lungs, and heart.

It also boosts endorphins released by our brain, which positively impacts our physiology and mood, putting us in a better, more satisfied state. So, go ahead and smile frequently and add more laughter to your days. Laughter can be the best medicine!

With a few simple steps, you can ultimately regain your health while never returning to the old you (one with bad habits). The new year can serve as an excellent catalyst to make resolutions to live a healthier lifestyle. By positively framing your resolutions and developing a realistic plan to achieve your goals, you’ll be in great shape in no time. Good luck for the rest of 2022!

What are your health goals for 2022? Let us know in the comments below, and join in the conversation on FacebookTwitter & Instagram!

Jennifer Dawson

Jennifer Dawson is an experienced freelance writer who specializes in food and nutrition. Working in fitness marketing previously gave her a good feel for the industry and since going freelance she has been able to explore her preferred topic areas such as diet types, nutrition and food. Outside of work, Jen enjoys traveling, swimming and spending time with her young family.

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