{"id":6563,"date":"2017-12-26T15:29:15","date_gmt":"2017-12-26T21:29:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wenzhomefurniture.com\/?p=6563"},"modified":"2017-12-26T15:29:15","modified_gmt":"2017-12-26T21:29:15","slug":"better-health-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wenzhomefurniture.com\/blog\/better-health-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Better Health in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

As we get closer to the New Year, we start to think about ways to reinvent ourselves. According to NBC News, the number one New Year\u2019s resolution is, you guessed it, getting healthy. That means eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep; you\u2019ve heard it a million times, but these behaviors form the trifecta for a healthier, happier you!<\/p>\n

One of the common problems with New Year\u2019s resolutions is that you keep them in mind for a month or two and then revert back to your old ways. This happens a lot when it comes to diet and exercise. The key thing to remember is that while you are sacrificing certain pleasures in your life, you are improving your overall mood, energy, and well-being in the end!<\/p>\n

Eating Right<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Better<\/p>\n

Taken from the Chicago <\/a>Sun-Times<\/h6>\n

You have survived the holidays. All of the heavy holiday food and sweets are out of your way, but unfortunately unhealthy foods continue to tempt you every day. If you have the willpower and drive to stick to healthy choices, you would be surprised at the improvement in how you feel every day.<\/p>\n

Healthy eating isn\u2019t just for those looking to lose weight; it\u2019s for everyone! Eating right can help prevent future diseases, improve your mood, improve your productivity, and give you more energy to tackle everything you want to in 2018!<\/p>\n

Food that is full of sugar and trans fats can throw off the chemicals in your brain, resulting in symptoms of depression. Healthy foods containing nutrients like creatine and omega 3s tend to have the opposite effect by boosting your mood, providing you with more energy, and combatting depression.<\/p>\n

If depression is something you struggle with, improving your diet could be a game changer.<\/p>\n

Fried and processed foods also have the ability to slow your cognitive abilities, while healthy fats like those you get from avocados lead to healthy brain function. If you\u2019d like to increase your productivity for 2018, cutting out a lot of the trans fat in your diet could help significantly!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also important to note that healthy eating can help prevent disease, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Your body will become stronger and more resilient from the healthy nutrients you consume, and as a result you will be less susceptible to developing these diseases.<\/p>\n

Exercising<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Better<\/p>\n

Taken from cookinglight.com<\/a><\/h6>\n

Exercise might be something you dread even more than eating right, but it is just as important. Exercise helps you to control your weight, combat health conditions and diseases, improve your mood, and boost your energy.<\/p>\n

Just like eating healthy, being active helps combat depression and anxiety. It releases endorphins which increase feelings of positivity and reduce the perception of pain.<\/p>\n

The best part? You don\u2019t have to go through an intense workout routine; if you would rather have a more relaxed workout, you will still release endorphins and receive these benefits.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re suffering from fatigue, working out can actually help boost your energy levels as well! It has been proven to be the top method for fighting fatigue and making you feel more energized, and it usually helps you to get better sleep.<\/p>\n

Failing to exercise is the primary cause of chronic disease. Exercising is important because it decreases blood pressure and blood fat levels, which helps prevent heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Making sure you exercise regularly helps to protect your health now and in the future.<\/p>\n

Keep yourself moving and you’ll find it gets easier and easier! The benefits are well worth it.<\/p>\n

Sleeping Right<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Better<\/p>\n

Taken from bikeradar.com<\/a><\/h6>\n

Getting your 8 hours a night can help improve your health this year as well. So much of your mental and physical health depends on sleep!<\/p>\n

Just like with eating right and exercising, sleep helps with anxiety and depression, increasing energy, and keeping your body functioning correctly.\u00a0 If you want to avoid feeling sluggish every morning, and fatigued throughout your day, it\u2019s time to think about how you can get better sleep.<\/p>\n

Eating right and exercising plays a large role in getting better sleep. These behaviors are also affected by healthy sleep, as getting enough sleep provides you with more energy to exercise and the drive to eat healthy. Combining all three will provide you with the most benefits to your health.<\/p>\n

If you have tried everything, including eating right and exercising, sleeping in different positions, aroma therapy, and playing soft music, to no avail, the problem might be your mattress.<\/p>\n

Everyone needs a different mattress to suit their bodies needs and comfort. The level of support you need in your mattress to avoid aches and pains, how much contouring you find comfortable, and if you run hot or cold are all factors that you should consider when buying a mattress.<\/p>\n

You can\u2019t put a price on healthy sleep, so make sure you don\u2019t stick with an old mattress because of the cost of a new one. Your health and productivity in 2018 could suffer as a result!<\/p>\n

Let 2018 be the year you take control of your health, and keep your New Year\u2019s resolutions!<\/p>\n

If you need a new mattress for the new year, come talk to us at 1693 Main St Green Bay or call us at 920-406-1800!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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