HEALTH TIPS
cHANGE SNACKS TO HEALTHY SNACKS
It is common for all of us to buy snacks or the language of the market is 'jajan' to satisfy our appetite. No matter the time, there will always be snacks at home, office lockers or in the car. Snacks now have a lot of flavors without us realizing they contain high levels of salt, added flavors and antidotes. That is the main cause of weight gain, oily skin and body fatigue problems. Just switch high-salt snacks to health food snacks. Such snacks are usually made from dried fruits, biscuits or so. Don't worry, eating snacks is recommended to avoid feeling very hungry before meal time. This is also a way to prevent us from eating too much. Take a snack after three to four hours of meal time, however if you are already hungry there is no need to wait. Eating snacks is not for satiety just to relieve hunger so you have to choose snack calories that suit your diet. From the writing of Simple Life, the snack selection guide can be followed from 150 to 250 calories, at least 3 grams of fiber, 5 grams of protein and contains no more than 12 grams of fat.
replace Sweet Water with white water
The advantages of drinking white water or plain water are undeniable. It is very good at smoothing the digestive system, preventing dirty urine, increasing the body’s endurance and much more! The sugar content in carbonated water, caffeine and boxed fruit juices can disrupt the body’s insulin thus increasing the risk of diabetes. Many people find it hard to take white water for the reason that it is not tasty and forgetful. The easiest way to not forget to drink white water is to get a water bottle that can be taken anywhere. But you have to be careful with the total volume of water taken each day. It is best to take water when feeling hungry (before a snack) and feeling thirsty. There is no need to measure water by weight because this method is less accurate, water also contains calories. Imagine drinking too much water as adding calories. Even in our daily diet we also contain water such as fruits and vegetables. Water intake depends on daily activities and diet. Seek medical advice because every individual is different.
Always monitor your weight
Haven't you ever heard that the feeling of a light body is actually weight gain! If we look physically we still believe the body is still in a slim state but try to climb the scales, the truth is answered. If every house must have a television, so does a weight scale. It is a must so that you can monitor and not forget to always take care of health. Weight gain can be linked to a variety of health issues such as obesity, diabetes and triple disease. Studies have also found that this method can help stay fit because it can be a guide for the next routine. The best time to climb the scales is enough once a month to boost self-motivation. In addition, it can help to know the methods of exercise, nutrition and get to know your body.
Try taking additional supplements
Taking vitamins or supplements is no longer a foreign thing. Now vitamins are sold openly either in pharmacies or online. But be careful it's not just any vitamin we can take. It is recommended that you seek the advice of a pharmacist and do a medical examination first. You need to know the function of vitamins that are suitable for the body such as vitamin D and calcium to strengthen bones, Vitamin C to restore dead skin cells and so on. The dose rate taken should also be monitored. It's easy to say you can take supplements, but you have to understand! The advantage of taking supplements is that it can help support the resistance of the immune system, supplementing the inadequate nutrition by the body. However, if you have adopted a quality lifestyle such as a balanced diet and doing daily exercise. You do not need supplements, as explained, take only if you need them.
Reduce the intake of fried or greasy foods
The way a person eats reflects his or her state of health. In Malaysia, our daily diet is often associated with high cholesterol foods, fried and certainly use a lot of cooking oil. Consumption of fried foods can disrupt health stability the more it is high in calories and unhealthy fats. Greasy foods also slow down the digestive system, cause the growth of acne and most frighteningly can increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes. So how to enjoy fried food without endangering health? You can replace the oil cooking technique with the baking technique or use an air-fryer. Now the air-fryer is becoming a mandatory cooking tool in every home. Air-fryers use air technology to cook food. The hot air will pass through the food and produce a crispy food texture on the outside. It's good about the air-fryer compared to the traditional frying technique. It does not use oil at all and the food is free from absorbing oil.
