10 Simple Steps To Better Health

 Many of us make health-related objectives, such as losing weight, quitting smoking, or joining the local gym. While having large goals is normal, experts believe that adopting modest goals can benefit our health more.

Small stages are more manageable and easier to incorporate into your everyday routine than a large, abrupt change.

Here are ten ideas to get you started:

1. You must refrain from gaining weight. Even if you only gain a pound or two per year, the extra weight rapidly adds up.
2. Take a few more baby steps. Count your daily steps with a pedometer, then multiply by 2,000 for an extra mile. Continue to increase your step count by 1,000 to 2,000 per month or so until you're taking 10,000 steps on most days.
3. Have a good breakfast. Breakfast eaters are less likely to gain weight and have a healthier diet overall. Top Whole Grain Total with fresh fruit slices and low-fat or fat-free milk for a satisfying and nutritious breakfast.
4. Replace three of your daily grain portions with whole grains. You probably don't eat more than one full-grain serving every day if you're like the average American.
5. Eat a green salad at least once a day. Salads (dressed with low-fat or fat-free dressing) are satisfying and can help you eat less at a meal. It also counts toward your daily requirement of five cups of fruits and vegetables.
6. Get rid of the excess fat. Fat is high in calories, and calories matter. Purchase lean meats, remove the skin from birds, use lower-fat cheeses, and cook in a nonstick skillet with only a dab of oil or butter.
7. Include two or three portions of low-fat or fat-free milk or yogurt in your daily diet. Dairy calcium is healthy for your bones and may also aid in weight loss.
8.  Reduce the size. You will consume less if the bag, bottle, or dish is small.
9. Aim to lose 5% to 10% of your present weight. Lower blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides are just a few of the health benefits.
10. Keep an eye on what you're eating. Make a list of everything you eat for the following few days and look for any red flags. Simply writing things down can often help you eat less.