February is marked as National Healthy Lifestyle Awareness Month which highlights the importance of healthy living through nutrition and better health choices.
Our bodies generally need a minimum amount of vitamins and minerals daily to stay healthy in order to function efficiently. It is equally important to keep your bodies balanced and well fueled with the nutrition we need.
Cara Duvenage, who is a registered dietitian, described a healthy lifestyle as a way of living that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
“This includes eating balanced meals which include foods from all the food groups to ensure enough nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Being physically active – take the stairs instead of the lift, join an exercise class or the gym, participate in sports.
“Adequate sleep is important. Each person should make sure to get enough sleep, and proper hydration by drinking enough water. When it is very hot or you are very active, make sure to drink more water,” explained Duvenage.
Duvenage mentioned the following as efficient ways of raising awareness towards a healthy lifestyle:
• Education and social media campaigns – Sharing credible information on platforms like Instagram or community workshops.
• School and workplace initiatives – Implementing wellness programmes, healthy meal options, and fitness challenges.
• Professional guidance – Encouraging visits to dietitians, doctors, and other health professionals.
She further mentioned that it is important to adapt a healthy diet in order to ensure a balanced lifestyle.
