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Elenora Hollack
“Our bodies are our gardens – our wills are our gardeners.
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Gardening can be an effective way to build strength throughout your body.
Exercising can look different for everyone. You don't have to hit the gym or pound the pavement to reap the health benefits of physical activity. You can build muscles and strength without participating in traditional exercises. One of the best ways to get a workout in is by spending some time in your garden. All that bending, squatting, and lifting are real-life applications of moves you would do in the gym. You will know it was a great workout when you wake up the next morning feeling a little sore.
Habits to Form Now for a Longer Life
Eat plenty of healthy plant foods
Consuming a wide variety of plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and beans, may decrease disease risk and promote longevity.
For example, many studies link a plant-rich diet to a lower risk of premature death, as well as a reduced risk of cancer, metabolic syndrome, heart disease, depression, and brain deterioration.
Stay physically active
It should come as no surprise that staying physically active can keep you healthy and add years to your life.
As few as 15 minutes of exercise per day may help you achieve benefits, which could include an additional 3 years of life.
Furthermore, your risk of premature death may decrease by 4% for each additional 15 minutes of daily physical activity.
What should I eat to have a healthy diet?
- Eat less sugars, simple carbohydrates, trans fats, and saturated fats.
- Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
- Eat together as a family—share mealtime with the people you define as family.
- If you have a medical condition that requires a special diet, be sure to follow it.
- If you're over 50 years old, consider taking calcium and vitamin D.
- If you're pregnant (or thinking of becoming pregnant), take prenatal vitamins.