Dussehra, the festival of victory of good over evil, is celebrated with joy and enthusiasm across the country. During the celebration of Dussehra, the effigy of Ravana is burnt as a symbol of evil. Health experts say that many bad habits of our daily routine are no less than an enemy of health. On this festival of Dussehra, let us take a pledge that we will 'burn' these bad habits. Meaning, that by leaving some bad habits in your daily routine, you can take a step towards better health.
Health experts say that to maintain overall health, you must maintain your diet and daily routine. Let us know which habits are considered harmful for us and from which it is very important to stay away from now.
Improve the habit of sitting continuously
Sitting continuously or being physically inactive is the biggest enemy of your health. Research shows that sitting for long periods increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and other health problems. The more time you spend sitting, the greater your risk of premature death.
A 2017 study that tracked the activity of 7,985 adults over the age of 45 found that those who spent most of the day sitting had a higher risk of chronic diseases.
Consuming too much sugar and salt
Excessive consumption of both sugar and salt can be negative for health. Excessive sugar consumption is linked to the risk of heart disease, liver-kidney disease, and diabetes. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 9 teaspoons of sugar per day for men and 6 teaspoons per day for women.
Similarly, consuming too much salt can increase the problem of high blood pressure, which is the main cause of heart disease.
Alcohol and smoking are both harmful
Experts say that both alcohol and smoking are no less than enemies for our health. Drinking alcohol is known to cause high blood pressure, heart and liver disease, stroke, and cancer, among many other serious health problems. Alcohol consumption can also increase disorders like depression, anxiety, and insomnia, which also weakens the immune system.
Similarly, smoking hurts the health of the lungs; its side effects have also been seen on the brain and nerves.
No compromise with sleep
Lack of sleep is known to promote obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and poor mental health. Studies have shown that people who don't get enough sleep have a higher risk of cognitive problems.
Clinical psychologist and sleep expert Michael Bruce says that due to biological changes that come with age, there is a risk of increasing sleep problems, which can seriously affect your health. All people are advised to sleep for 6-8 hours every day.
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