Top 12 New Year resolutions for a good, healthy and long life

Let us forget the bad moments cherish the good times and walk ahead to welcome 2017 New Year celebration is incomplete without resolutions While we sip a shot or toss a coin let us plan some healthy resolutions which can make 2017 a great year indeed We have listed some healthy habits which may belong to the old school of thought according to many yet can be included in your New Year resolution for a better living and a longer life1 Eat more of fibre and protein rich food A healthy heart is vital for a healthy life Eat more of fibre rich food like nuts almonds whole grains and bananas Also plan a diet which in rich in proteins like egg pulses cottage cheese oats yogurt Adequate fibre and protein intake can promote the bodyrsquos metabolism in a positive way It also keeps the heart strong and lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases2 Include green leafy vegetables in diet Green vegetables are rich in nutrients and fibre They may not taste great but may act as powerful agents towards promoting a healthy body3 Eat a healthy breakfast The statement lsquobreakfast should be like kingsizersquo is absolutely true Plan a breakfast meal that contains proteins minerals calcium fibre and vitamins Cereals eggs whole grain breads fruits milk and milk products fresh juice and boiled veggies are some of those food items that contribute towards a healthy breakfast4 Cut on alcohol intake Alcohol can be your biggest enemy so lower alcohol intake if you are planning a healthy New Year resolution Binge drinking affects the brainrsquos neurotransmitters and can raise the risk of depression and memory loss However small portion of alcohol intake is associated with health benefits Remember it is small amount of alcohol intake5 Lower processed food intake Processed food items are full of added salt sugar and preservatives High intake of processed food raises the risk of blood pressure which is a major cause of heart attack Try to eat as less processed food as you can6 Quit smoking Ditching the habit of smoking is the path towards achieving a healthy life Try out different methods like chewing medicated nicotine gums lowering number of times you smoke and find out which one works out7 Make exercise a habit Sedentary job is the biggest enemy to diseases like obesity diabetes hypertension arthritis and even stroke Dedicate 20 minutes to half an hour everyday for physical activity It boosts blood circulation lowers joint pain leads to better functioning of the nervous system strengthens heart muscles reduces body fat and ensures better functioning of the system8 Dedicate time to meditation Make more time for meditation because it helps to drive away stress and bring in more happiness to life Pair your regular physical workout with meditation for a healthy life and a healthy year ahead Sit quietly focus your mind on one thing breathe in peace and meditate This is another lsquomantrarsquo to achieve a healthy life9 Give more time to sweet slumber Minimum eight hours of sleep is the prerequisite of a good health Do not compromise your sleep especially at night because a lsquogood night sleeprsquo is a good habit Adequate sleep helps the brain to relax and soothe the nervous system Ensure this health resolution is included in your bucket list10 Lose weight yet stay fit Do not cut on food intake while you adopt the mantra of weight loss Consume less fatty food packaged drinks and alcohol Also take frequent intervals during work hours focus on healthy diet and short meals to stay slim yet fit and strong11 Cut down on stress A little pressure now can bring in a big health hazard later on Chronic stress can lead to deadly diseases like diabetes obesity insomnia heart attack and depression Reasons like long work hours inadequate stress and lesser family time can contribute to stress Maintain a balanced lifestyle keep the work related stress back in office and enjoy a funfilled time to destress yourself12 Drink more water This is not a resolution but a regular statement your parents must be saying every day If you have not obeyed by their words till date then include in your 2017 resolutionrsquos bucket list Drinking ample water lends to a glowing skin and weight loss Adequate water intake even eliminates unsaturated fat and flush out waste and bacteria from the body It lowers the chance of dehydration and also prevents deadly diseases like bladder cancer and breast cancerHow many of these healthy New Year Resolutions have you already added in your bucket list All few or none If you have added only few or none of these resolutions for 2017 then do it right now However only adding will not do Start following these resolutions and as the year progresses notice the wonderful changes in your healthCheers to good life and a happy 2017