World Health Day is being celebrated today across the world.
The day is annually celebrated on April 7th to raise awareness and focus on a specific health theme that is of concern to people worldwide. Thus, the theme of World Health Day in 2023 is ‘Health For All’.
The day is organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is observed by governments, non-governmental organizations, and individuals across the globe.
The day highlights the importance of health and wellness and encourages individuals, communities, and governments to take action to promote healthy living, prevent diseases, and ensure access to healthcare services for all.
Here are a few WHO-recommended nutrition tips that you can follow every day:
Cut back on salt and sugar
The consumption of both should be kept to a minimum. The more you limit salt and sugar in your diet, the better your chance of maintaining good health.
Reducing fat intake
While certain fats are good for the body, others such as saturated and trans-fats are best avoided. It is also best to avoid red meats and processed baked and fried foods and opt for white meats.
Think about a balanced diet
The WHO does not recommend eliminating any food group entirely from the diet. Rather, they suggest thinking about a wholesome and well-balanced meal comprising whole grains, legumes, animal-based products such as meats, eggs and dairy as well as whole fruits, vegetables and unsalted nuts. This will ensure your body gets adequate nutrition to get through the day.
Practice mindful drinking
Many times, the drinks we consume can be laden with excess sugar and thus can harm the body without us even realising it. Thus, it is best to be mindful of what you drink at all times. “Reduce consumption of sugary beverages like soft drinks, juice, flavoured water, and ready-to-drink coffee. Avoid excessive and harmful use of alcohol,” said the WHO. Further, drink more water whenever possible.
Walk more
When it comes to staying active without the gym, walking is one of the easiest, most convenient activities you can do. To burn calories, all you have to do is walk faster and devote more time to each walk.
For the most benefit, use a pedometer to keep track of how much you’re walking, and slowly work up to 10,000 steps a day.
