Let’s face it, the 21^st century lifestyle is all about convenience; lack of exercise, consuming processed food and being exposed to urban pollution, are all aspects of a lifestyle that leads to issues. If you are a bit overweight and generally inactive, you have come to the right place, as we offer a few life-changing tips.

• Review your diet – It might be a painful experience, but you should note everything you consume over a 24-hour period; replace soda drinks with black tea and start learning about the harmful additives that can be found in processed foods. Order fresh organic fruit and vegetables from a local organic farm; a weekly delivery would do. Don’t eat food or drink with high sugar content; there are many items you could replace with healthier options.
• Start a daily exercise regime – There is no easy way to do this; it takes determination, but if you are committed, embrace the initial pain and set yourself serious fitness goals. Check out the many fitness videos on YouTube and enrol in a local gym class; you feel much healthier when you workout on a daily basis.
• Surround yourself with positive people – Mental health is no longer stigmatised, especially here in New Zealand and if you have a few friends who are always talking about how hard life is, perhaps it is best to seek out new friendships. Much like your body, if you want to think positively, you need positive mental input; it can mean the difference between happiness and misery.
• Take a daily supplement – If you are lacking in any of the essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients that your body needs, this will have a negative impact on your overall health & well-being. A daily A-Z supplement ensures that your body has what it needs to remain fit and healthy.
• Avoid skincare products with harmful ingredients – Many people are unaware that some skincare products contain elements that are unhealthy. You should always read the label prior to purchase and there are free resources online to educate you on this topic. Only use skincare products that contain natural ingredients and you are less at risk of contaminants.
• Take up meditation – Coupled with yoga, meditation can change a person’s life by removing stress; if you are curious about this, check out some of the YouTube videos and you can start sitting with yourself. There are many ways to meditate, one can walk, sit or lie down and you need to focus on something like your breathing or the ticking of a clock.

It is oh so easy to slip into an unhealthy routine and we hope that this short article goes some way to helping you find a new healthy you! All you really need is the desire to make improvements and the rest will take care of itself.