Preventative medicine is the most important step in managing your health. Preventative medicine focuses on stopping health problems in their tracks–before they take hold and taking measures to prevent disease or illness. There are many illnesses and conditions that can be thwarted with anticipatory measures, ranging from cardiovascular disease to chronic respiratory disease, from Type 2 diabetes to some cancers, and numerous other conditions.
Engaging in preventative health means paying attention to the health of everything that surrounds us. Both environmental factors (clean air and water, safe homes) and lifestyle choices (exercise, healthy food) can make huge differences in protecting our health. Prevention encompasses all that we do and come in contact with every day. Maintaining health and fitness reaps innumerable benefits, plus it can also save a lot of money. Poor health comes with a high price, both financial and quality of life. Taking care of your health is the best investment you can make. YOU are the best investment you can make.
Establishing basic health habits will help keep you on track. You know them already, but make sure to firmly establish in your life!
1. Eat a balanced diet, full of wholesome, fresh foods.
2. Eat organic products when you can, to limit exposure to chemicals and additives.
3. Drink plenty of water.
4. Get adequate sleep–it is your body’s chance to heal itself.
5. Exercise regularly, for fitness and cardio health.
6. Try to find ways to reduce stressors in your life.
7. Get regular check-ups, including full-body skin checks.
8. Don’t smoke.
9. Limit alcohol consumption.
10. Find ways to include peaceful moments throughout the day, simple calm breaks can make big differences!
Acupuncturist, herbalist, Maya abdominal practitioner, and reflexologist Christina Morris is the founder of Element Natural Healing Arts. Writing about health and wellness gives her an outlet to express her care and concern for her beloved community. She believes everyone can achieve better health and happiness–emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually.