112 Tips For Healthy Living

Here are some habits I believe contributes to a healthy lifestyle, both physically, mentally and spiritually. As a true believer of the benefits of aloe I have added a few. Please leave your comments and add some of your own tips, thanks.

Here are 112 tips for healthy living that I think we need to put into practice. As a true believer of aloe vera benefits, I have thrown some in there. I also wrote some of these as they hit me so they are not in any particular sequence.

1. Aloe vera aids and balances the digestive system.

2. A cold compress controls inflammation.

3. A hot compress relieves pain.

4. Pure aloe vera gel relieves pain.

5. Remove toxins from the body or the body will.

6. Stress and eyestrain cause headaches.

7. Avoid diet pills at all cost.

8. Add more fibre to your diet.

9. Best low-calorie diet is a vegetarian diet.

10. Relieve stress by meditating.

11. Best fasting is alkaline juice fasting.

12. Drink fresh fruit & vegetable juices instead of processed juices.

13. Water is a natural cleanser.

14. Drink at least 6 glasses of water daily.

15. Eat green leafy vegetables to help lower the risk of heart disease.

16. Vegetables are best eaten raw, steamed or steam-fried.

17. Drink water before, during and after exercise.

18. A good exercise regimen will lengthen your life.

19. Do something physical every single day.

20. Keep your joint flexible to reduce arthritis pain.

21. Drinking aloe vera juice helps maintain your energy levels.

22. Diet and exercise are inter-related for weight-loss & good health.

23. Monitor what you eat.

24. Avoid shopping when you are hungry.

25. When you eat, leave something on your plate.

26. Always eat at the table, never in front of the television.

27. Never skip meals, your appetite will only make you play “catch up”.

28. Cigarettes threaten your health.

29. Protect yourself/kids from secondhand smoke.

30. Boiled milk is easier to digest.

31. Eliminate as much fried foods as possible from your diet.

32. Trim all fats from meats before cooking.

33. Drink skim milk instead of whole milk.

34. Whole wheat flour/bread is better than white flour/bread.

35. Always use a list to shop for groceries.

36. Stay away from processed foods as much as possible.

37. Eat more white meat than red meat.

38. Use non-stick pans.

39. Always warm up before exercising.

40. Take the stairs instead of the elevator.

41. Hide your remote control; get up to change the channel.

42. Exercise for increased energy.

43. Diabetics – avoid injecting insulin into your muscle before exercising.

44. Less salt is good for you.

45. Plan your meals and menus.

46. Shop for products from health food stores.

47. Marinate meats in the refrigerator.

48. Scrub chopping boards between chopping each type of food.

49. Always use clean utensils.

50. Always wash your hands before you eat or prepare food.

51. Defrost meats in the bottom of the refrigerator.

52. White meats cook faster than red meats.

53. Keep all raw meats away from other food.

54. Disinfect hand, cutting board, utensils & surroundings after handling raw meats.

55. It’s healthier to prepare more of your meals at home.

56. Brush and floss your teeth at least twice daily.

57. Get at least 6 hours of sleep daily.

58. Laughter is good for your mental and physical state.

59. Aloe vera helps the renewal of healthy tissues and skin.

60. Aloe vera maintains a healthy urinary tract.

61. Hand washing is an easy way to prevent infections.

62. Accept yourself for the way you are.

63. Become more positive; positive emotions make life worth living.

64. Develop and maintain good posture for better relaxation.

65. Educate yourself about any history of family illnesses.

66. Breast feeding may help to get the body back into shape internally.

67. Breast milk has the right balance of nutrients for babies.

68. Breast milk help increase baby’s protection against illnesses & allergies.

69. Avoid all harmful drugs.

70. Dispose of garbage properly.

71. Exercise cleanliness of food, body and surroundings.

72. Excessive alcohol threatens your health.

73. Keep leftovers in the refrigerator.

74. Do not share hair-brushes, combs, toothbrushes or other personal items.

75. Never eat food that looks or smells bad.

76. Eat less sugar and sweets.

77. Do not pollute the rivers, streams and sea.

78. Avoid burning to clear land.

79. Avoid cultivation of steep slopes.

80. Protect and preserve our environment.

81. Respect your fellow man.

82. Have companionship – develop social connections.

83. Do something you love – get a hobby.

84. Walking helps the total circulation of blood throughout the body.

85. Keep your hands away from your nose, mouth & eyes to minimize catching a cold.

86. Train yourself & your family to sneeze into your elbow.

87. If you sneeze into a tissue, dispose of it and wash your hands.

88. Plan your goals.

89. Go out and make your goals happen.

90. Build your self esteem.

91. Start the day with a nutritious breakfast every morning.

92. Never eat raw or lightly cooked eggs.

93. Eat more alkaline foods to decrease aging.

94. Seafood is the best natural source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

95. Smile more to relieve stress, look younger & stay positive.

96. Try not to worry; accept situations & find solutions.

97. Eliminate stress – stress leads to acidosis.

98. Stay away from harsh laxatives.

99. Protect your skin from contaminants including dirt & uv rays.

100. Avoid preparing meals if you have diarrhoea or vomiting.

101. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling live poultry.

102. Do not eat or drink in areas where birds live or roam.

103. Do not allow animals in places where you prepare foods.

104. Keep cooked meat dishes in temperatures warmer than 140°F or cooler than 41°F.

105. Refrigerate cooked food within 2 hours of preparation.

106. Reheat leftovers thoroughly (165°F or more) before serving.

107. Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.

108. Do not let children 5 years & under handle live poultry without supervision.

109. Wash hands after touching animals, their food, etc.

110. Disinfect cleaning sponges/rags in kitchens/bathrooms and keep dry.

111. Never use a gas range or oven to heat your home.

112. Never run a motor inside or close to an enclosed area.

I am sure you have many more health tips to add. Please leave a comment if you wish to add any, thanks.