Saturday, May 3, 2008

Eat Right, Work Out, Sleep Better

Good nutrition and exercise

Eating a diet full of fruits, vegetables, breads, and fibers will help to give the body more energy for exercise and taking on the events of a busy day.
Getting in shape" means exercising at least three days a week for 30 minutes or more -- not necessarily all at once.

it can be as simple and fun as a morning walk or an evening bike ride,Since exercise will raise the body's temperature and heart rate, be sure to complete exercise at least three hours before bedtime to allow the mind and body to wind down.


Better sleep

ensure that your room is cool, dim and quiet. Reserve the bedroom for sleep -- avoid bringing work to bed or watching television in the bedroom.

Next, allow enough time for sleep -- on average, the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) recommends eight hours for adults

Finally, ensure that each sleep partner is comfortable by finding a mattress that meets individual needs

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