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Health Awareness: 7 Healthy Tips for Executives, Entrepreneurs and Businessmen during COVID-19
Without health, business pursuits rarely mean nothing because it is hard to be at top performance when the body is falling behind.
This is familiar to executives, entrepreneurs and businessmen whose daily schedules demand them to be busy with unpredictable lifestyles to a point that health is neglected.
In the wake of COVID-19, those in business have a greater task than to wash hands regularly, sanitize, wear face masks, keep social distance and work from home, which is keeping a healthy lifestyle not only to fight the virus but also to ensure they remain fit to run the business in this tough economic times
While the Kenya Agriculture Ministry has rolled out Covid-19 Nutrition and Healthy diet guidelines to assist Kenyans in the fight against the pandemic, here are seven healthy tips for busy people in business like you:
- Do not skip breakfast
You might have heard that ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day.’
Studies show that taking breakfast increases concentration and enhances good memory among other health benefits that keep you more productive at work for better results
In the case where you have to rush, grab the left over meal from the night before, or a healthy breakfast bar before rushing out. It time is still a constrain grab a healthy balanced drink into your to-go cup.
While coffee is good and most preferred in the morning, look for breakfast options that will go together with it or completely replace it.
2. Hydrate
Sipping water goes a long way to keeping your body hydrated and rejuvenated. You may be surprised by how much your eating habits change when you address what and how often you drink.
This could be the time to forget about that ever-present coffee mug and soft drink and exchange it for a water bottle.
3. Cut the Junk
It is easy and appealing to order some fast food particularly when you are short on time. On the other hand, after a busy tiring day, all you need is food fast.
Truth is the extra carbohydrates and fats bring down your energy levels expanding your waistline.
But if you’ve tried to kick the habit, you’ll likely find it difficult. After all, some days you just need food fast.
If you have to do an order, opt for healthy eating options from your favorite fast food joint and sign in for that meal every time you crave fries.
4. Plan your food just like your business
Good planning includes planning for your meals just like you plan for your other responsibilities and commitments.
With a plan, you are will do away with the bad impulse decision of buying expensive fast foods as you will know exactly what you will eat and where every day.
If you like to cook, plan time for it in your schedule.
Next time you will need some fresh groceries from the market, order some from mobile App grocery delivery services. This will save you time and temptation to pick some extra junks that you do not need.
5. Keep a healthy snack
When hungry reaching out for a bag of candy or potato crisps is convenient but not healthy.
To avoid this prepare a small pack of healthy snacks like an apple or banana, nuts, whole grain cookies or fresh fruit cup with carrots. Have one pack in your car, bag pack, or office.
6. Make use of digital health platforms
In this digital era, nutritional information is readily available with just a click. As businessmen who spend a good time doing research in the internet, doing the same for our health is important.
Furthermore, there are digital tools that will guide you on how to keep healthy through food regimes and body exercises.
7. Exercise
Bodyweight exercises are a simple, effective way to improve balance, flexibility, and strength without gym machines or equipment.
Consistently exercising and taking care of your mind while running a successful business doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. You can easily find five to ten minutes of exercises from the internet to keep you healthy.
