Word Street Journal

21st century living is fast-paced and that can easily lead to unhealthy choices, as we compromise health for convenience; if you live and work in Bangkok, the chances are you regularly eat fast food and you might not be getting the daily exercise that you need to stay healthy. Many people eat something on their way to work, mainly to save time and over time an unhealthy routine is established.

Here are a few top tips for a healthier lifestyle.

• Drink healthy fruit juice – You can order instant fruit juice powder online and they have so many flavours, we couldn’t possibly list them here. Fruit juice powder is made with a special dried freezing process that retains all the goodness; simply add cold water and mix for a wholesome fruit drink.

• Start a daily exercise routine – If you do not have a daily exercise routine, your overall health could be impacted. Some might say they don’t have the time to work out, but we say you should make time, for nothing is more important than your health. Thirty minutes a day is all it takes to  work out your major muscle groups; the human body is designed for activity and without daily exercise, health issues can arise.
• Mental health – Mental health issues are on the increase and if you are feeling stressed out, take time out to engage in your favourite hobby or pastime. If you live alone and you have no one to talk to, this can lead to depression. If there is something on your mind, you need to talk to a friend or family member.
• Spend weekends in the country – Bangkok is a busy city that suffers from pollution and when you get a long weekend off, book a stay at one of the beach resorts or at a spa and wellness retreat and enjoy the natural beauty. If you are a workaholic, you can only keep the pace up if you take regular relaxation breaks.
• Meditation – The art of being with oneself can relieve stress and many Thai people meditate on a daily basis. Meditation is linked to Buddhism and there are many different ways to meditate; some people prefer to sit cross-legged, while others lie on a bed. You can even meditate while walking. Click here to find out if massage helps with weight loss.
• Diet – As mentioned earlier, a diet based on fast food is basically unhealthy; take an honest evaluation of your diet and there will be items that you can discard. Avoid anything with high sugar levels and consume less processed food, preferring to eat fresh fruit and vegetables.

If the truth be told, we can all find ways to live a healthier lifestyle and we hope that the information in this article helps you to improve your overall health & well-being.