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In life, smart choices will take you far. The same can be said about every aspect of life, but it is especially true for health. Your wellbeing and health is your greatest asset, so it makes sense to invest in it. And that is exactly what preventive medicine aims to teach people. By taking some simple steps, you can ensure that you live a happy and healthy life to the fullest. Here are a few things you should consider in that regard: 

• Work on your food choices – one of the ways to prevent disease is to avoid highly-processed foods and instead eat homemade meals with some basic ingredients. The highly-processed food we eat links to higher rates of all-cause mortality, by causing chronic inflammation, diabetes, cancer and heart disease. Some examples of these foods to avoid include coffee creamers, milkshakes, doughnuts, chips, white bread, breakfast cereals, protein bars, cookies. Most of the healthy diets include vegetables and fruits, as well as whole grains and healthy oils, like extra-virgin olive oil. That is something you need in your meals, to eat healthily. 
  
  
• Be mindful of your blood pressure – even if you think you don’t have high blood pressure, it is important to do regular checks, as that is not something you would normally pay attention to. The definition of normal blood pressure is around 120/80 mmHg. Having higher than that increases the risk for a stroke or heart disease. One way to manage high blood pressure is to take active steps to lose weight, lead a healthy lifestyle and mind your overall weight. 
  
  
• Check your cholesterol levels – checking your cholesterol regularly is good, since it is an indication of your overall health. High cholesterol is a factor for heart disease and stroke, so it is not a thing to ignore. 
  
  
• Get moving – doing physical exercise doesn’t always need to be in a gym or some other kind of structured environment. What matters the most is that you are frequent in your efforts to get some exercise and that you invest the time and energy to do it right. For instance, you can set a goal of making 10000 steps a day, which is a fine way to reduce the chance for chronic illness. And it is not like you need to do it all at once – you can instead choose to do physical activities in 10-20 minute increments. 
  
  
• Manage your blood sugar – if you want to be preventive on your health, cut back on the sugary foods, the soda and all sorts of desserts, which cause blood sugar to rise. If you suffer from diabetes, it can damage your kidneys, eyes and heart. Managing your weight, eating smart and keeping a watchful eye on what factors cause your blood sugar levels to spike up is the way to go. Quit smoking and manage your weight as a way to improve your chances of keeping blood sugar within healthy levels. 
  
  
• Get enough restful sleep – sleep plays a major role in how well you feel overall, plus it restores your body. If you have some trouble with the sleeping department, it is best to work on a routine. For example, aim to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day and limit your screen time before going to bed. You can listen to calming music, read a good book or practise some yoga to improve your chances of getting some good sleep. 
  
  

It is important to pay closer attention to all of these preventive tips, which guarantee a healthy lifestyle. 

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