An Arabic proverb says that,“He who has health has hope and he who has hope has everything.” This means that people who are fit and healthy are more likely to live a happy and long life. For several generations, people of all ages around the world have suffered from all kinds of health problems, such as diabetes, obesity and many more. This is due to bad eating habits, genetics or even mental illnesses. Read on to discover the secret to avoiding these diseases and building the prosperous future full of opportunities that many dream of.

Eat a Bit of Everything
“30 to 50% of patients with eating disorders experienced depression and/or anxiety prior to the eating disorder.” (Henry, 2018). To avoid body image problems and depression, it’s essential to lead a healthy lifestyle, eat a balanced diet and exercise. For starters, a balanced diet includes a bit of everything, even junk food! For example, a little protein, carbohydrates, dairy products, oils, grains, fruits, vegetables, and saturated and unsaturated fats are a balanced diet. According to Psychology Today, “About 95% of people who lose weight through diet will regain it in 1 to 5 years.” (Selig, 2010). As mentioned, the key is to have everything in moderation. Eat a salad for lunch and have a donut for dessert. Control your portions and it shouldn't be a problem.

Move Your Body
In addition, exercise is extremely essential to be in good physical shape. Exercise doesn't have to be a torturous two hours at the gym thinking about how much you hate it. Exercise can be a walk in the park or biking around the neighborhood, and much more! In addition, sports, whether low or high intensity, are other great options. Each individual likes different things, including different types of exercise. Therefore, finding out what works for you and what you like is ideal for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The Effect of Other Habits
To be healthy, you need to drink at least 1.5 liters of water a day, reduce your stress level, and get enough sleep. Doing all of the above is guaranteed to improve cardiovascular health, improve muscle strength and endurance, control cholesterol, strengthen the immune system, improve mental health, and extend life. Of course, there are also physical perks like clearer skin, a fitter figure, stronger hair, longer nails, and a much more genuine smile. However, despite what we may look like and what we think we look like, it's what's on the inside that matters. Literally. If your blood and organs are healthy and in good shape, you have hope, and if you have hope, you have everything.

Ultimately, it takes you 21 days to create a habit. What are you waiting for?