Too much abuse to our body can lead to serious health problems. These abuses come from our daily activities such as improper diet, lack of exercise, smoking, excessive alcohol intake, and a stressful environment. Here are some practical tips to keep our body in shape:

 

An apple a day

Today's environment is filled with pollutants. We can help protect our lungs by merely eating an apple a day. Apples are high in antioxidants, which help clean the lungs of harmful substances that are inhaled.

 

Eat to the Beat

Eating while listening to slow music can help you eat more slowly. Eating too quickly can cause you to over-eat.

 

Eat More Calcium

 Calcium promotes healthy bone growth, but it also helps protect your intestines. The risk of colorectal cancer can be decreased with a high calcium and high vitamin D intake.

 

Drink in Moderation

Alcohol also plays a factor in developing tumors in the colon or colorectal cancer. Large consumption of alcohol is bad, but a moderate intake of alcohol can be beneficial.

 

Skip the Antacids

Antacids may relieve gas spasm and stomach acidity, but it can interfere with normal digestion and can increase the risk of food allergy.

 

Take Vitamin E

Alpha-tocopherol, or Vitamin E, can prevent development of stomach and esophageal cancer.

 

Hit the Cafe

Coffee, which contains antioxidant, can help prevent damage to your intestines.

 

Stretch Your Muscles

You can avoid back pain by doing some stretches. Lean and bend down occasionally to stretch you lower back muscles, shoulder, and chest. It can improve your posture and increase your flexibility. Bending you chest down to your thighs while seated will do.

 

Keep it Even

 Use  both sides of your body to carry  loads, or alternate sides. Overworking one side can cause back and neck injuries. Always stand erect. Do not make it a habit to put all your weight on one leg. It can cause lower back pain and muscle imbalances.