Avoid bright lights before sleep. Help reduce your blue light exposure by wearing blue light blocking glasses-especially if you use a computer or other digital screen for long periods of time – and to avoid digital screens for 30 minutes to an hour before going to...
Take vitamin D if you’re deficient. Most people do not get enough vitamin D. Vitamin D improves bone strength, reducing symptoms of depression, strengthening your immune system, and lowering your risk for...
Eat adequate protein. Eating enough protein is vital for optimal health. Protein provides the raw materials your body needs to create new cells and tissues. This nutrient is important for maintenance of body weight. High protein intake may boost your metabolic rate-or...
Avoid restrictive diets. Diets are generally ineffective and rarely work well long term. In fact, past dieting is one of the strongest predictors for future weight gain. Over restrictive diets lower your metabolic rate making it more difficult to lose weight. It also...
Take a probiotic daily. Maintaining a healthy gut has significant impacts on digestion, skin health, immunity, mental health and more. Taking a daily probiotic with a glass of water each morning is one of the simplest things you can do to boost your gut...
Stand up every 30 minutes while working. Reduce the harmful effects of sitting by standing up and moving around for a minute or two every half...