We all have our daily routines, from the moment we roll out of bed to when we check our phones before we go to sleep. But have you ever stopped to think how some of these habits could be affecting your health? Let’s look at some of these everyday things that you should rethink. It’s better for your well-being!
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Sitting for Long Periods
Being glued to the chair for hours, whether that’s because you’re binge-watching your favorite show or responding to work emails, is bad for you. It can actually increase your chances of heart disease & diabetes—and even shorten your lifespan. Our bodies aren’t made to sit for so long. They crave movement so maybe it’s time to take those walking breaks seriously.
Overusing Headphones at High Volume
It’s okay if you love cranking up the tunes but be careful not to blast your eardrums into oblivion. Listening too loud for too long can cause hearing loss later in life. As such, experts suggest keeping the volume at 60% max & giving your ears a break after an hour to avoid this. Do you really want to ask, “What did you say?” all the time?
Constantly Checking Your Smartphone
While our smartphones may be extensions of ourselves, constantly checking them can mess with our mental health & sleep. After all, the blue light from the screens can make it harder to fall asleep and the constant need to stay updated can amp up stress. You should set some screen-free time to get a digital detox.
Drinking Too Much Coffee
A cup of joe in the morning is one thing but downing coffee all day can cause a jittery heart & high blood pressure. And let’s not forget those sleepless nights! Keep it to 3-4 cups max and watch what you add to it because sugar & creamers aren’t great either. This way, you can keep your coffee love affair from turning bitter.
Ignoring Dental Hygiene
There’s no good reason to brush off brushing & flossing. Why? Because gum disease doesn’t just stop at your mouth—it’s linked to heart disease and diabetes. Keeping those pearly whites clean with twice-daily brushing and regular flossing is a relatively small habit yet it has big benefits for your whole body.
Eating Too Quickly
Wolfing down your food is bad for a number of reasons, including that you’ll miss out on savoring the flavor. It can also cause overeating & digestion issues. As with most things, slow and steady wins the race because it gives your body time to signal when it’s full. This way – you can keep those extra pounds at bay.
Using Plastic Containers for Food Storage
Using plastic containers to store your food is certainly convenient. But great for your health? Not so much. Many plastics leach chemicals like BPA into food and it’s especially a problem when they’re heated. Eventually, too much BPA exposure can mess with your hormones while increasing your risk of cancer. You should switch to glass or stainless steel to keep your leftovers (and yourself) safe.
Biting Your Nails
Nail biting is a bad look for you & it also gives germs a free ride into your body. Think about it— your hands touch just about everything and those germs go straight into your mouth when you bite your nails. Over time, too much chewing can damage your nail beds. Keep those fingers busy with a stress ball instead.
Chewing Ice
Eating ice might seem like a harmless way to keep cool or deal with stress—after all, it’s calorie-free! Unfortunately, it’s actually rather harsh on your teeth since it can cause them to chip. It also damages your tooth enamel. If you’re craving that crunch, have a crunchy vegetable like a carrot stick because it’s a safer kind of oral fixation.
Skipping Sunscreen on Cloudy Days
We all know to put on sunscreen for a day at the beach but cloudy days can be just as bad. Up to 80% of UV rays can pass through clouds, meaning your skin is still at risk for damage & sunburn even when the sun isn’t shining bright. As such, you should make sunscreen a daily habit, rain or shine. This will protect it from premature aging & skin cancer.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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