I don’t know about you but I am always looking for new ways to keep myself and my family healthy. Since becoming a parent I worry about my health more than ever, I want to make sure I am always eating a balanced diet and I try my best to get Oli and Leo to do the same. With a busy job and hectic family life, it can be hard for Oli to make sure he is eating a balanced diet and looking after himself. For men like my husband, the clever team over at Nuts.com have come up with 5 easy tips for men to follow to help keep themselves as healthy as possible, these tips are great because they can be applied to the whole family too.
So with out further a due , let me hand you over to Nuts.com with their 5 easy ways to be healthy..
5 ways to be healthy by Nuts.com
You can’t retire with enough money to live comfortably unless you’ve planned that in advance. Your health can work in similar ways. People who take care of themselves from the very beginning are likely to have better health in their later years. This is especially true for men, who have a shorter life expectancy than women.
Men’s Health Month exists as a way to raise awareness about how important a healthy lifestyle is. Let’s explore five ways our men can make their health a priority today in order to be healthy tomorrow.
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Don’t forget breakfast. Let’s start from the very first step of the day: having a healthy breakfast. Eating pancakes and french toast every morning isn’t the best way for the body to start the day, so you should consider limiting these sugar and carb-laden options for special occasions. Ideally a mix of healthy carbs, lean protein, fruits and veggies is the best breakfast blend. Are you in a hurry? Start your day by quickly whipping up a nutrient-dense Spirulina Smoothie. All you need is spirulina, one banana, fresh spinach, apple juice, crushed ice, and lemon juice. Preparing a smoothie only takes about two minutes and can fill you up with the right nutrients to take on the day.
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Go Nuts. Yes, nuts are healthy. Research shows that men who eat nuts tend to have a lower risk of many diseases compared to people who don’t eat nuts. Grab a handful to enjoy as a nutritious snack in order to fuel your brain with energy. When it comes to nuts, the good news is that there’s plenty of choices! Whether you love pistachios or macadamia nuts, you have a variety of options to satisfy your hunger.
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Exercise. Staying active is critical for men, especially for those who spend most of their day seated in front of a computer. According to Mayo Clinic, “regular physical activity can help you prevent or manage a wide range of health problems and concerns, including stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis and falls.” If a gym membership is off limits at this time, a run in the park can be be a great way to get active. As an added bonus, being outdoors in nice weather can be a stress reliever!
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Chia Power. Chia seeds come from a flowering plant in the mint family that’s native to some areas of Central America. There are plenty of reasons why chia seeds are growing in popularity. They aren’t just easy to add to your diet, they’re also known as a great source of fiber and healthy omega-3 fats. These fats are important for brain health. Chia seeds can help you feel fuller, faster and can ever lower blood pressure.
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Catch some zzz’s. Our brain needs at least 8 hours of rest every 24 hours. Our brains aren’t machines, and we can’t pretend that they behave like machines. Especially during the summer, when the sun rises earlier it’s a good time to form better sleep habits.
What advice will you give the men in your life to stay healthy?
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Thank you to the lovely team at Nuts.com for sharing their tips on my blog. How do you try and stay healthy? Does the man in your life struggle to be healthy? I am definitely going to share these tips with Oli and start applying them to my own lifestyle too. I would love to know your thoughts.
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great ideas. I do it all except chia seeds. I tried but no thank you! #PicknMix
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Haha, are they gross? I have not tried them but I’m curious now so will have to give them a go xx
Not my thing but you might like it#KCACOLS
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Haha, well it’s worth giving them a go! You have kind of put me off now though haha xx
Sleep and exercise are the things I need more of in my life (unfortunately lack of one inhibits me doing the other). But breakfast I never miss, in fact I’m a regular ‘second’ breakfaster (much like a hobbit)…hmmm, all the more argument for the exercise…#picknmix
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Ohh I’m a hobbit too, I love having 2 breakfasts :). Yes it can be hard to exercise if you’re not getting much sleep, I definitely don’t do enough!xx
This is great, I’m all for being healthy. I need to make more effort though, so does Adam! #fortheloveofblog
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Ah I know what you mean, it can be hard to be healthy all the time. Especially if you’re tired and it is just not fair that unhealthy food tastes so good!xx
I’ll admit I skip breakfast every morning bar weekends because we’re out the door by 7am for workids. I don’t eat until my morning break at 10:30 but could definitely do with something to kick start my day #fortheloveofblog
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Woah, I could no way wait until 10.30 to eat something..you must be so hungry by that point. I always make time for breakfast, even if it’s just a banana or something xx
I have heard so much about chia seeds these last few months but a year ago I had never even heard of them #KCACOLS
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I had actually never heard of them but since I got this post from Nuts I keep hearing about them everywhere! I wonder what they taste like? I need to try them xx
Ooh some good tips here, that we should probably try out 🙂 Thanks for linking up to #PicknMix
Stevie x
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Thanks for hosting 🙂 xx
Oh I love chai seeds, they are great in smoothies. I sneak them into my daughter’s breakfast one and she doesn’t even notice. Great tips X #mg
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Ohh what a great way to give your daughter some healthy goodness without her even noticing 🙂 xx
Oo I didn’t know that about chia seeds – I shall be getting myself some of them! (I may even share them with OH) thanks! #KCACOLS
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They sound pretty amazing don’t they?!I’m going to try them too, I think my husband is going to need a lot of convincing though xx
Number 5 is hard – sleep isn’t that easy to come by these days!! #KCACOLS
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Aww poor you :(. I am quite lucky that I get a full nights sleep every night, this will soon change in October when baby arrives xx
I usually mix some chia seeds into my smoothie every morning. You don’t notice the taste in there at all and at the same time get an amazing energy boost.
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Ohh that’s a great idea! I have a smoothie maker that I never use but I might just give it a try xx
Good advice. I’ve never used chia seeds. I may well give them a go. Alison x #AnythingGoes
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I haven’t either, it sounds like they are worth a try though xx
Some great tips here, I’m definitely interested in trying chia seeds. Thanks for sharing 🙂
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You’re welcome. Let me know if you like them, I am going to buy some this week and give them a try xx
Sounds good to me. I still haven’t cracked breakfast but I’m trying. I love my sleep and usually get over 8 hours so that’ll hopefully balance out the booze….
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Haha! You’re doing well getting 8 hours, I sleep for about 10 so I guess that means it’s ok I don’t exercise? :)xx
Good tips! I’ve never heard of chia seeds – will have to look into them! Definitely need more sleep here!
Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS. Hope you come back again next Sunday
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I had never heard of them before either, they sound super healthy though. I hear you on the sleep thing, I could always do with a couple extra hours!xx
Great advice – I have chia seeds but I’m never sure what to do with theme part from making chia bites! #fartglitter
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Chia bites sound interesting. I bet there are loads of different things you can do with them, pinterest will tell you 🙂 xx
I love that infographic – there is so much I never knew about nuts and seeds! x #KCACOLS
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I know, who would have thought they are soo good for you?!xx
These are such great tips! My husband is always forgetting to take care of himself, so this is an awesome, easy little list to follow! I make him a nice big glass of juice every morning for breakfast, and I really think that starts his day on the right foot. I love adding nutrient dense greens like spinach and kale! However, I have never heard of spirulina before-definitely going to to do some reading! Thanks for sharing <3 #KCACOLS
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Aww you’re such a good wife 🙂 I don’t even make my hubby a cup of tea in the morning, with Leo nagging for his breakfast and the get crying for hers the poor man gets a bit neglected! Oli doesn’t really eat in the mornings though and he really should xx
I love breakfast. It’s my favourite meal of the day. I have some chiia seeds in my cupboard which I want to use – just not quite sure what to do with them! These sound like very sensible tips. Sometimes small changes can make the biggest difference! Thanks for sharing on #fortheloveofBLOG
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Yes you are so right, little changes to your routine can have such a big impact on your health and well being. I love breakfast too, sometimes I have more than one 🙂 xx
My dad already follows a lot of these tips, and I am trying to get my husband to live a healthier lifestyle to live longer as well. He doesn’t think much about it because we are in our 20s, but I try to get him to think of his future. Thanks for sharing this great resource!
I really liked the information and tips put here, very good indeed and Just loved the infographics and it will help a lot of people. thank you for sharing.
Thanks for sharing this awesome content about the ways t0 be healthy. I am really thankful to you. Waiting for your next piece of content. Well done. Keep posting regularly. Because I would like to visit your site regularly.
Hey Wendy,
Great post and thanks for listing some easy ways to become healthy . As this post includes several tips to stay healthy .
Living a healthy life is much important . I like the tips mentioned by you . Having a healthy breakfast every morning is good for maintaining health . A mix of healthy carbs , lean protein , fruits , veggies is a good way to start a day . Nuts are really good for health and shows good result on people who consume nuts regularly . Nuts are having capability to fight against many diseases therefore it must be included to the diet of every person . Exercise are also vital for maintaining a heath and to live a healthy life . Exercises are helpful for staying healthy and active . Doing Exercises every morning shows good benefits and helps to protect against many health problems . Running in a park s a great idea and good to become fit and stay healthy . Exercise makes us feel active throughout the day . Chia seeds are good source of fibers and omega-3 fats which is beneficial for brain health . A proper sleep is also necessary to live a healthy life . 8 hours of sleep is required by brain . proper sleeping makes us stress free and calm the mind . Your all the tips are helpful but an idea of having a healthy breakfast , sleeping & Exercising are great to stay healthy .
Helpful post . Your all tips are effective and will be effective for those who follow these tips .
Thanks for a sharing.
Thanks
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These are really great ideas. I think it’s so easy to fall into diets when in all reality, you can make small changes to make a big impact. Great post!
Health is the most precious wealth. Good breakfast, regular exercise, nice sleep are already in my routine. Will have to try out the chia seeds.
Loved It… Thanks for sharing!!!
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Great article. This article is really well written and I agree with everything you said. Having a healthy lifestyle change your life so much, I feel more motivated, I feel productive and I feel more active. Really nice article. Keep it up.