Health Is Wealth: 17 Best Health Tips For Women

Taking care to maintain some do's and don'ts can help strengthen your body and keep it fit.

Medically reviewed by Alexandra Dusenberry, MS, RDN
Written by Priyanka Sadhukhan, MSc (Nutrition), CDE
Edited by Arshiya Syeda, BA (Literature & Psychology), PG Diploma
Fact-checked by Himanshi Mahajan, BSc (Life Sciences), Certified Health & Nutrition Life Coach  • 

A healthy lifestyle can assist you in thriving for the rest of your life. Making healthy decisions, on the other hand, is not always simple. For example, it may be difficult to find the time and enthusiasm to work out and eat healthy food. Fortunately, you can follow some health tips for women to stay fit and improve your wellness on a daily basis.

Due to globalization and urbanization, mortality (death rate), morbidity (percentage of people with medical complications), and rates of non-communicable diseases are increasing in developed as well as developing countries (1). This is probably due to poor lifestyle management and a lack of focus on health.

This article will go through the various ways you can make room for a healthy lifestyle. Check them out below!

Health Is Wealth: 16 Tips to Stay Healthy

1. Have A Balanced Diet

Consuming enough food does not mean that you are healthy. You need to choose the right foods and space your meals in a balanced way.

Incorporating proteins, minerals, iron, vitamins, calcium, carbs and fat (good fat) into your daily diet is very necessary. Your plate should contain all foods – from basic food groups like whole grains, pulses, milk and milk products to meat-fish-poultry-eggs, vegetables, and fruits to create a balanced diet plan (2).

2. Take Care Of Your Diet

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Avoid unhealthy fats and other processed foods that are high in calories and saturated and trans fats. They gradually take a toll on your health, leading to weight gain, heart disease, and high cholesterol levels. Junk food is a major contributor to childhood obesity as well (3), (4).

Eat seasonal fruits that are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals (5). You don’t have to give up delicious desserts altogether at the very beginning. A little moderation and portion control can aid weight management and ensure that you don’t have to quit them forever. Make it a point to eat healthy.

In a study to understand food health plans, 2000 participants were sent a questionnaire regarding food and food components. The survey contained questions regarding common food components, such as sugar, salt, alcohol, food additives, and others to understand if the participants perceived them as unhealthy. 51.6% reported avoidance of sugar, while only 16.8% reported avoidance of saturated fat. 10.6% answered to have avoided salt, and 45.2% avoided sweetening agents. Women were found to be more concerned about following a healthy diet plan and prioritizing a healthy lifestyle.

3. Have Breakfast Regularly

Having a good quality breakfast is always important to kick-start your metabolic rate. It is believed that people who have a proper breakfast tend to reduce their overall calorie intake during the rest of the day (6).

Skipping breakfast to lose weight has become a fashion among adolescents and teenagers. But this habit could invite undesirable health consequences (7), (8).

Always make your breakfast the healthiest meal of the day by including whole grains, seasonal vegetables, and a protein source along with healthy fats from nuts and seeds.

4. Have Plenty Of Fluids

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Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day. Water not only flushes out toxins from your system but also keeps your skin glowing and healthy (9), (10). You can also have other healthy beverages at frequent intervals to maintain your hydration levels (11).

Divya Toshniwal, a lifestyle blogger, shares that she saw visible results when she started drinking more water than she used to. On her blog, she observes, “This one little change has made my skin feel healthier (i).”

5. No Late Night Meals

Late night meals or night-time meals could lead to obesity and other serious health consequences, as per a study on night shift workers (12).

A study showed that night meals had low thermogenic effects compared to afternoon meals, leading the former to cause weight gain (13).

Moreover, night time meals are found to be less satiating than those taken in the mornings (14).

Also, late night snacking might result in indigestion, and this might interfere with your sleep (15).

6. Use Less Salt

Reduce your salt intake, as it may lead to increased blood pressure and can also have a negative effect on your cardiovascular health (16),(17).

As per the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, limiting your sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day (1 teaspoon or less per day) can help in this regard (16).

7. Check Nutrition Labels

Checking and understanding nutritional labels is very important to keep track of what nutrients you are consuming daily (18). You need to check the amounts of saturated fats, trans fats, sugar, and salt in packaged foods (19).

8. Maintain Good Hygiene

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It is important to maintain good overall hygiene to help in the prevention of infections. Always use hand sanitizers or soap to wash your hands before preparing or having meals (20).

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Clean and disinfect your mobile phone, keys, earphones, and wallets regularly to prevent the spread of germs.

9. Exercise

Exercise is a must. Aerobic workouts, like walking or jogging, can help regulate your heart rate, giving you more energy throughout the day. Physical exercise is an effective way to boost your health and fitness and keep your energy flowing at optimum levels. Doing at least 30 minutes of exercise per day is enough to keep you healthy in the long run (21). You can also indulge in strength training exercises to increase stamina.

Several studies have also linked physical activity to longevity and a reduced risk of mortality and morbidity (22).

Divya also incorporated intuitive exercise in her daily lifestyle to improve her health. Although she does not follow any strict exercise regime, she exercises whenever she realizes her body needs it. “It allows me to connect to the requirements of my body and understand it better,” she notes.

10. Don’t Sit Continuously For Long Hours

Whether it is at your home, office, or any other place, sitting continuously for long hours, without any movement, can slow down your metabolism and weaken your muscles (23).

Make sure you get up and move around every couple of hours. Stretch your muscles from time to time.

11. Practice Yoga

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Yoga helps in overall mind and body development. It is a two-in-one medium to keep you healthy, both physically and mentally as it also helps in relaxation and stress management. Research has found that people who practice yoga at least 30 minutes in a week gained less weight and had lower BMI (24).

12. Get Proper Sleep

Get a minimum of 8 hours of sleep every night. Sleep relaxes your mind and keeps you healthy. Adequate sleep increases your productivity levels and helps you in getting your tasks done faster.

Proper sleep for a minimum of 7-8 hours boosts immunity, increases metabolism, and helps in cognitive development (25).

Lack of sleep increases the risk of obesity, heart disease, infection, and high blood pressure. Hence, a peaceful slumber is very important to stay healthy and fit (26).

Disturbed sleep can cause issues. You can also practice some healthy habits to get a good night’s sleep, which helps in disease management.

13. Avoid Mindless Eating

Eat when you are hungry, and make sure it is only healthy food that you are consuming. Eating any food stacked inside the refrigerator could be dangerous.

Mindfulness while eating (paying attention to what you are eating) is very important to lose weight (27).

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Avoid distractions like the TV and your phone at mealtime to practice mindful eating.

14. Avoid Pessimistic Thinking

This, by far, is the most poisonous drug ever known to humanity. The irony is that it is self-induced. The misfortune is that the person who is thinking negatively doesn’t know they are doing so.

Developing an optimistic attitude that can boost your mental health and alter your life in amazing ways and help in self-care. It may also aid improved fertility and sexual health. People who think positive live a healthy life, as per a study conducted on older adults (28).

The possible mechanism is that people who think positively look at life from a brighter perspective, which may help them form healthy relationships. Their way of thinking, behavior, and lifestyle – all of those impact their lives in positive ways  (29).

15. Avoid Smoking

Smoking ruins your overall and reproductive health, sooner or later. As per statistics, cigarette smoking is one of the major causes of death in the United States. It increases mortality rates of cancer, lung diseases, and heart problems (30).Quit smoking to lead a healthy lifestyle.

16. Control Your Alcohol Intake

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO),worldwide 3 million deaths occur due to excessive abuse of alcohol, out of which 13.5 % are in between the age group of 20-39 years (31).

Alcohol may relax you after a hard day’s work but it may impact your gynecological health, and it is as dangerous as smoking cigarettes. Frequent drinking alters your behavior, may affect your mental orientation, memory, and concentration, and ends up damaging your liver (32).

Infographic: 8 Health Tips To Stay Healthy And Fit

Maintaining good health starts with following healthy lifestyle habits. Our busy lives have made it difficult for us to keep an eye on our daily habits, and we end up indulging in all the bad ones due to stress. However, it doesn’t take a lot of effort to keep your body fit. The infographic highlights the simple ways you can follow to stay healthy. Check it out!

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The right health tips for women serve as a handy guide to maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst their busy schedules. Having a well-balanced diet, adequate hydration, controlling salt intake, checking nutrient labels, maintaining hygiene, regular exercise, getting enough sleep, and avoiding smoking and alcohol are some factors that promote health. Although adopting these habits may be challenging initially, you will start enjoying the results once you stick to them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know that I am healthy?

Your body can tell you about the state of your health. Clear urine, regular bowel movements, clear-looking skin, low fatigue, and strong hair and nails are indicators of good health.

What is a healthy body?

If you are able to digest healthy and whole foods, work out regularly, have regular bowel movements, and are able to tolerate minor climate changes without falling sick often, it means you have a healthy body.

What are some common health concerns for women, and how can they be prevented or managed?

They include hormonal issues that affect reproductive health, breast cancer, and osteoporosis. Regular health checkups, a healthy lifestyle, and a balanced diet may help prevent as well as manage these issues.

How can women maintain healthy relationships and social connections for their mental health?

Stay connected to people who encourage and celebrate you. Attend social activities, show up for others, build a strong set of relationships you can rely on, and improve your communication skills. These techniques go a long way for one’s mental health.

How can women manage stress and anxiety in their daily lives?

Exercising regularly, practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation, eating healthy, and getting enough sleep may help reduce stress and anxiety.

What are some important self-care practices that women can incorporate into their daily routines?

There is no hard and fast rulebook for this. Reading a book, going for a walk, spending some time alone, skin care, journaling, and watching favorite shows can count as self-care too.

Key Takeaways

  • Reduce your consumption of unhealthy fats to prevent weight gain.
  • Avoid eating late-night meals and exercise 30 minutes daily to decrease the risk of obesity and heart disease.
  • Get 8 hours of proper sleep to ensure increased productivity levels and boost immunity.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption for better health.
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