Even if the new year has begun and there are apparent global health concerns, we must still take care of ourselves. If you established goals for yourself in the new year but have gone off the waggon, now is the time to get back on track. Especially now that taking care of your health is vital. Getting healthier and stopping bad habits is always a wonderful thing.

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Everyone should give up unhealthy habits, and while it may be difficult to do so, even little modifications can help you get back on track.

Among the negative behaviours you might consider giving up are:

Too Much Alcohol 

Excessive drinking causes a hangover and should be avoided. It’s simple to overdo it and feel bad the next day, but it shouldn’t become a habit. It can cause obesity, chronic illnesses, unintended injuries, and other health issues. Drinking isn’t always harmful, as long as it’s done in moderation. If you think you have a drinking problem, you should always seek some help. Have a look at some American Addiction Centers reviews. 

Smoking

Quitting smoking isn’t easy, but it’s worth it in the long term, and you’ll start feeling better weeks after quitting. Smokers live shorter lives, are more prone to heart disease, strokes, and long-term issues like COPD and chronic bronchitis. Although e-cigarettes are dangerous, they have been utilised as a bridge between smoking and quitting for good. If you’re considering quitting, learn about the various resources available.

Unprotected Sexual Activity

Despite repeated warnings about the dangers of risky sex, people nevertheless engage in it. People tend to find themselves in a pickle due to alcohol, ignorance, or other circumstances. Unsafe sex can lead to unexpected pregnancies and STDs. If you suspect you have an STD, you must get professional medical care from an FDA-approved provider.

Dieting Yo-Yoing

Making small changes to your terrible eating habits isn’t a bad thing, it’s one of the best. Always avoid yo-yo dieting. It can do more damage than good. Yo-yo diets are when you start a very restrictive diet and then quit. This is a bad habit and bad for your health. Yo-yo dieters usually gain back the weight they lost plus some. This then pushes them into a vicious cycle of dieting because their weight has risen and all they appear to do is diet. This is when people say things like ‘nothing works for me’ or ‘I hate dieting’. You need to consume a balanced, diverse, and moderate diet rather than a limited diet to maintain and increase your healthy weight for your BMI and activity levels. Food and drink should be enjoyed in proportion and on occasion.

Inactivity

Yes, resting and relaxing can be beneficial to your health, but too much can be harmful. A couch potato is someone who spends too much time inactive, which has negative health repercussions. You should aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every week. Include a combination of aerobic and weight exercise, and make an attempt to move more often. Smartwatches are great for tracking your activity and reminding you to move every hour.

Are there any additional habits that you believe should be on this list? Please post them below.