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May 24, 2012
 

AskTheDoctor.com's 101 things to do to live a fun, healthy and confident lifestyle

The following is a list our team of doctors came up with that we think will let you live a fun, healthy and confident lifestyle.

1. Get a minimum of 8 hours of sleep every night

2. Go to bed early and wake up early

3. Take at 20 minute nap once a day in the afternoon

4. Brush your teeth before going to bed and first thing when you wake up

5. Floss your teeth before going to bed and first thing when you wake up

6. Use a tongue scraper every morning

7. Do some cardiovascular activity for at least 30 minutes every morning (running, biking, jogging, walking or swimming)

8. Drink a cup of green tea everyday

9. Drink a cup of coffee everyday without sugar

10. Don't eat anything deep fried

11. Always choose whole wheat

12. Always choose boneless skinless chicken breasts or salmon over any other meats

13. Avoid using oil to cook with

14. Stretch for 15 minutes

15. Practice relaxation and breathing

16. Use margarine instead of butter

17. Do not drink soda pop

18. Drink at least 2 litres of water

19. Eat one dark green vegetable

20. Eat one colored vegetable

21. Avoid potatoes

22. Drink a glass of skim milk

23. Take a omega 3 fish oil supplement

24. Take a multi-vitamin

25. Have sex once per day

26. Shower 2x/day

27. Do weights with a personal trainer

28. Do at least 10 minutes of abdominal exercises

29. Have a protein shake

30. Have some wheat grass

31. Eat a banana

32. Listen to calming music

33. Read a novel

34. Sit with good posture

35. Carry a water bottle at all times

36. Always smile

37. Make sure to laugh

38. Always make sure to eat breakfast

39. Instead of 3 large meals, split them into 6 smaller size meals

40. Eat at least 2 pieces of fruit

41. Park in the furthest spot away from where you have to go

42. Have egg whites for breakfast

43. Avoid all refined sugar

44. Limit television watching to 30 minutes everyday

45. Make sure your home is clean and disinfected at least once per week

46. Always carry antibacterial soap with you

47. Keep your nails trimmed

48. Play a team sport

49. Practice a form of martial arts

50. Pay your bills on time to avoid financial stress

51. Relax in a hot tub, steam room or sauna

52. Visit a park

53. Play with little children

54. Drive a convertible

55. Learn to hike or mountain climb

56. Use body soap daily

57. Clean your ears weekly

58. Eat at least 1 serving of salad everyday

59. Get Orthotics

60. Take a cooking class on healthy recipes

61. Do abdominal exercises 3x/week

62. Drink fresh fruit juices

63. Dress to impress

64. Take care of your lips by using chapstick or vaseline

65. Wash your face before bed to clear all oil build up in your face

66. Wear sunglasses during the day

67. Make lots of money

68. Limit eating out to once per week

69. Avoid the middle aisles of the grocery store

70. Get rid of all credit cards

71. Leave your cell phone at home sometimes to completely disconnect yourself

72. Sleep on a hard mattress

73. Get a waterfall in your home

74. Make sure to have a first aid kit at home and when travelling

75. Go for a massage at least once per week

76. Live in a warm climate

77. Get rid of all clutter in your home

78. Make sure to take breaks when looking at your computer screen for long periods of times

79. Learn to play a racket sport

80. Go out dancing every week

81. Drink red wine

82. Attend shows, sporting events, musical etc.

83. Learn to drive a boat

84. Use a fresh juice maker to make fresh vegetable and fruit juice

85. Visit your doctor once every 3 months

86. Visit your dentist once every 6 months

87. Always wear sunscreen

88. Get regular grooming (haircuts, manicures, pedicures etc.)

89. Always make sure your beer is really cold but limit how much of it your drink

90. Try some new cuisine every week that you have never tried before

91. Get your eyes checked regularly

92. Set your home up feng-qshway

93. Cut your own grass

94. Get real plants for your home

95. Learn to play golf and play regularly

96. Always arrive 10 minutes early for all appointments

97. Make sure to always save money for a rainy day

98. Have a garden in your backyard

99. Read the news everyday

100. Learn a new language every year

101. Buy a new wardrobe every few months

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 23 November 2011 )
 

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