[Mhiz Rebecca]

Do this and do not do that, it is bad for your health.
Living a healthy life can be such a hassle with too
many dos and don’ts that one finds it hard to keep
up.
A new year has just started and it is a good
opportunity to start living a healthy life. It is time to
say goodbye to certain things which can lead you to
an early grave.
If you want to stay healthy throughout the year,
there are certain health mistakes you should avoid.
Avoid them and you will find yourself feeling
healthier than ever.
Health mistakes you should avoid
1. Not getting enough sleep
We live in a society where people work and work
and work and do not have enough time to sleep. The
little time they have to sleep, they use it to study or
have fun. There are health reasons why your body
needs adequate sleep. Sleep plays a critical role in
thinking and learning and lack of it may have both
short- and long-term consequences. There is a price
to pay for not getting enough sleep.
2. Not drinking enough water
Not drinking enough water can be a big problem. It
is very important to always stay hydrated. Do not
wait until you are thirsty before you drink water. If
you're feeling thirsty you're already dehydrated.
That headache you are having could be a symptom
of being dehydrated so drinking water should make
it go away. Sip small amounts throughout the day to
stay hydrated.
3. Addiction to your devices
There are some people who cannot stay away from
their devices for a minute. You may not know, but
using your gadgets excessively can have a negative
effect on your health. This includes your phones,
tablets, computer, television and others. Did you
know that watching too much television can kill
you? This year, you need to take a break. Stop the
excessive use of gadgets.
4. Over exercising
Too much of anything is bad. We all know exercise
is good for the body but, when you overdo it, it
becomes bad for your health. Too much exercise
can lead to injuries, exhaustion and depression. It
can leave some people more at risk of heart
rhythm problems - known medically as
arrhythmias. Exercise but do not over do it.
5. Choosing the internet over the doctor
Sure, you can learn a lot from the internet, but
when it comes to certain health issues, it is wise you
consult your doctor. Anybody can post anything on
the internet so you cannot swallow everything hook,
line and sinker. If you feel you are having any kind
of health challenge please see a doctor instead of
following instructions you find on the internet.
6. Ignoring health warning signs
If you notice anything out of place or feel like
something strange is happening in your body
system, please visit a doctor. This year, pay more
attention to your health. Do not ignore any health
warning signs. Identifying problems early helps a
lot and can save your life.
7. Skipping meals
You did not have time to eat breakfast, you worked
through lunch and you got home tired in the
evening and went straight to bed. Keep the meal-
skipping thing up and you may be headed for
trouble. Skipping meals regularly, especially
breakfast can increase your risk of developing type
2 diabetes. This year, be determined not to skip
your meals, especially breakfast which is very
important.
8. Excessive alcohol intake and smoking
It is no news that smoking is dangerous to the
health and so is drinking. There are so many
diseases linked to smoking such as throat cancer,
mouth cancer, bladder cancer, lung cancer, chronic
bronchitis, emphysema, and heart disease. Also,
drinking too much can have a toll on your health.
9. Allowing stress to take over
The rate at which people slump and die these days
is quite alarming. In all that you do this year, do not
allow stress to take over your life if you do not want
to be one of them. For the sake of your health, take
things easy this year.