Taking care of yourself requires a multi-faceted approach: brain, heart and metabolic health. What 2024 research has shown us is that improving our health in these areas comes down to three main factors: sleep, diet and exercise. But how do you start acting with this intention? And how can we break down these lifestyle changes into manageable steps? In this podcast episode, Medical news today shares three actionable resolutions that can help you improve your health in the new year.
As human beings, we are all capable of growth and change. And perhaps one of the most influential times of year when it comes to transformation and readiness for change is the New Year.
When it comes to making health resolutions or in any other area of life, we may set unrealistic or very ambitious goals that set us up for failure from the start. The key, experts say, is to start small and be as efficient as possible. precise as possible– whether by setting a deadline or measurable results.
In our August 2023 Podcast In this episode, we talked about how human behavior is inherently resistant to change unless optimal conditions are present. One of those factors was whether it would be beneficial.
Medical News Today has covered many important pieces of research this year that have shown how certain habits and practices can improve overall health.
The main areas of research in this regard were brain and heart health, nutrition, exercise and sleep.
So, what did the most significant studies of 2024 find?
Based on research Earlier this year, researchers found that disrupted sleep between the ages of 30 and 40 could lead to memory problems later in life. They also linked the lack of quality sleep to accelerated brain aging.
When it comes to exercise, scientists have found that any form of exercise can help rejuvenate the brainand a particular type of activity might even extend the lifespan. Another study also found an increase in heart failure and the risk of death when being sedentary for a certain number of hours per day.
To ensure a healthy and balanced dietthe World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have also published a new report this yearlisting which food groups people should eat more of and which ones to avoid for optimal health. He also discussed the number of crabs and what types of fats to include in your diet.
For tips on getting sleep better at night, how to follow a healthy diet and how to incorporate more exercise into your daily life, please listen to our podcast episode in its entirety below or on your favorite streaming platform.