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What's the healthiest daily routine? (food, sleep...)
May 13, 2013

Dr. Rania Mousa General Medicine
healthiest daily routine depends on every one condition,on his BMI(body mass index) and on the medical condition he has.if you want a daily routine for your self you must visit the dietician that calculates your BMI take your medical history,and your daily lifestyle and habits.
in general:
HEALTHY EATING HABITS:
1-a well-balanced diet means that you eat enough, but not too much, and that food gives you the nutrients you need to stay healthy
2-watch your Calories intake,The more active you are, the more calories you need.and vice versa
3-Listening to your body signals and eat only when hungry stops when full
4-Eating a variety of foods can help you get all the nutrients you need. Your body needs protein, carbohydrate, and fats for energy. They keep your heart beating, your brain active, and your muscles working.
5-moderation:you can eat everything in moderation
Good sources of nutrients are:
-Unsaturated fats like olive and canola oil, nuts, and fish.
-Carbohydrate from whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes (peas, beans, and lentils),and low-fat milk products.
-Lean protein such as all types of fish, poultry without skin, low-fat milk products, and legumes.
-To work well, your body also needs vitamins, minerals, and water
-foods also contain other things important for good health.such as:
-Fiber, like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts. Fiber may help control blood sugar and cholesterol. It keeps your intestines healthy and prevents constipation.
-Phytochemicals, which also come from plants and may protect against cancer.
-Antioxidants, which also are in fruits and vegetables. They protect your body from damage caused by free radicals.
AVERAGE SLEEP:
The amount of sleep a person needs depends on many factors, including age. in general:
Infants require about 16 hours a day
Teenagers about 9 hours on average
Most adults need 7 to 8 hours a night for the best amount of sleep, although some people may need as few as 5 hours or as many as 10 hours
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