Have you ever felt too tired to do anything productive?

By Margaret Adhiambo

A healthy lifestyle is vital for a long-term well-being, it lays the foundation of a healthy and an energetic life. Eating a balanced diet provide essential nutrients like proteins, healthy fats and carbohydrates, which fuel the body and brain, as well regular exercise improves blood circulations and nutrients to the brain this enhances focus in memory which is important to the youths.

Exercise and eating a balanced diet also support mental health, exercise releases the “feel good “ hormone which reduces stress anxiety and depression. A nutritious diet rich in vitamins and minerals helps in mood regulation, It has happened that many youths are going through extreme diseases because of unhealthy habits and lack of physical activity which may increase obesity, diabetes and heart diseases.

By establishing good eating habits early reduces the chances of developing this conditions later in life. “Take care of your body it’s the only place you have to live.”

A well-balanced diet plays a significant role in maintaining energy levels, improving focus and supporting. Overall health nutrients foods like WHOLE GRAINS, LEAN PROTEINS AND HEALTHY FATS provide the body with a steady source of energy which prevents fatigue.

Excessive intake of processed foods and sugary snacks can cause energy crashes making it harder to stay active and productive foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids such as fish and nuts enhances brain health, the protective nutrients from fruits and vegetables help protect brain cells for damage, additionally gut health which is linked to mental well-being  is improved  through fiber  rich foods  like  whole grains and vegetables.

Developing easy and affordable healthy eating habits can help young people maintain good nutrition without overspreading made meal planning also helps reduce necessary spending. Staying hydrated is also essential and drinking water instead of sugary sodas, and energy drinks is both healthier and more cost-effective, carrying are used water bottle can help maintain hydration throughout the day.

Activities like running, walking, jogging, cycling, and hiking are excellent ways to stay active without needing a GYM membership, dancing whether at home or in class is a great work workout and also boosts mood sporting such as football, basketball, and swimming pools provides both physical benefits and social interactions this makes exercise more enjoyable, everyday moments also contributes to fitness, using stairs instead of an elevator s orm exercise walking or biking instead of driving short distance isn exercise stretching improves flexibility and reduces stress ak ing them more beneficial for both the body and mind. 

Many young people have transformed their health through simple diet and exercise changes, Lynne Njihia, Eric omondis wife who has shared her fitness journey and personal experiences, Lynne did so many exercises like paddling that helped her in her fitness, doctors also highlights that even minor lifestyle changes such as getting enough sleep, reducing screen time and managing stress can also contribute significally to health fitness.

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“Exercise is the king, nutrition is the queen, put them together and you’ve got a kingdom.”