Ashley A. Stanfield
Ashley A. Stanfield
I love to cook, write, and eat. And I really love to share this information with the world. I started www.thefoodcops.com when I realized the amount of misinformation out there in regard to cooking and food. So I decided to start gathering up everything I could, from recipes to cooking tips to restaurant reviews, to create a resource that people would actually use and enjoy. I think it's important to be passionate about food and enjoy cooking it and eating it. This is my way of sharing all that knowledge with you.

Health is one of those things you can’t buy in a store. While countless products promise near-miraculous health benefits, it’s more tricky than buying a single pill. Once your health deteriorates, it’s harder to get it back. The best thing you can do is try to live a proactive lifestyle to prevent illness instead of waiting for health problems to arise. There are many different opinions on doing this best, but experts all agree that the standard American diet and lifestyle do not promote health. Here are things you didn’t know could improve your health with that in mind.

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Alkaline Water

Drinking water daily is essential. While many people focus on the quantity of water you should consume, water quality also matters. You should drink water free of harmful chemicals, but you should also consider the alkalinity of the water. When you want better bone health, less acid reflux, and better heart health, there is evidence that drinking alkaline water can help.

Sunshine

Does sunshine cause cancer? Is it wrong for you? Should you stay in the sun? These are hard questions to answer. The truth is that the average person needs more sunshine to help their bodies regulate hormones and produce vitamin D, but you probably shouldn’t lay in the sun all day to get burned. While each person’s needs differ, people with darker skin types need more prolonged exposure to the sun to get its benefits than people with fair skin.

Walking Barefoot

Have you heard of grounding? It connects to the earth and the energy in it by walking barefoot. Going shoeless helps people reduce stress and improves their moods. Think about how you feel when you step on the beach or barefoot in a grassy field. Most people have a pleasant experience. Start walking barefoot if you want better mental health and maintain a healthier weight. This little act helps your body remove fat more effectively, impacting your overall weight and health.

Laughter

Want to improve your immune system? Laugh more. Laughter is powerful. It releases endorphins that make you feel better and less depressed. Laughter reduces stress hormones and can even boost your immune system by increasing the cells your body needs to fight off infections. You probably didn’t know how critical watching sitcoms that make you laugh out loud could be for your health.

Standing More Often

Being sedentary is a modern problem. The issue is that many jobs require sitting long hours at a desk instead of getting up and moving around. This causes muscle atrophy and nerve problems and even makes it more challenging to lose weight. Some companies have started to offer standing desks to help their employees out.

You can do things at work and at home to help you stand more often. If you’re able, request a standing or adjustable desk at work. Try to stand for at least half the day. Next, when you are home, try to stand even while doing everyday tasks. Stand while you watch TV, stand when you fold laundry, and try to stand more when you’re out in public.

Solving Puzzles

Your mental health impacts and is as important as your physical health. This means you need to be able to think clearly and solve complex problems. Completing puzzles can help you with this. It promotes brain activity, opens problem-solving pathways, and makes it easier to focus on complex tasks at work. Some people love Sudoku and crossword puzzles for this very reason. The mental boost you get when you solve a difficult problem can also improve your self-esteem in small ways.

Eating Whole Eggs

Sadly, eggs got a bad reputation in the 1980s, and recovering from it has been challenging. But whole eggs are the perfect healthy meal or snack addition, especially when braised. They have a lot of protein packed in that little shell. They also contain all the essential nutrients you need. They are high in sulfur, raise good cholesterol levels, and even help you lose weight. If you’re looking for a healthy meal, look at eggs.

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7 Things You Didn’t Know Could Improve Your Health