Lifestyle choices

[superwoman]

^I don't belive in any god, (well I have my gods; eddie izzard and such but not a GOD god...) I think it's healthy to belive in God thou. Cuz then you don't have to go around and think about the things you cant explain... Wish I had something like that to belive in.

[Mustkillbret]

^I dont believe in god either...


but still... NO KMMA BASHING!!

[Leo Wyatt]

But you said you didnt like me in KMMA shrine.

But thanks for not bashing me.

[Mustkillbret]

[Arellia]

[Mustkillbret]

If cows had doctors as bad as some of the human doctors.... a hamburger would be a "minor flesh wound"

[Arellia]

[Mustkillbret]

Take Jamaica for example, the doctors are as good as useless, give a child on heroin a scalpal and he'll do a better job, j/k, but they aren't great

[superwoman]

[Arellia]

[Superman]

Can I just say a personal thank you to EVERYONE who has replied to this topic? I wasn't expecting 34 replies-thanks again, folks.

It's all useful stuff and I've learnt a few things I didn't know.

I went for a 6 mile walk today and I haven't had ONE piece of junk food today. I feel great. But I know that the work is only just beginning.

Like I said, I'm not fat, just slightly overweight and I've been neglecting fruit, vegetables and meat these last couple of years.

Hopefully, when I'm 30 in a few months, there will be some sort of improvement that is noticeable. I don't want the body of Superman but I want to be healthy and do as much as I can to ensure I live a relatively long life.

Looking at this topic, I really do think governments, government organisations and other institutions should do more to endorse healthy living. Because they don't, at least not here in England.

[superwoman]

Np
Hehe. One of those midlife crisis people get when they turn thirty is it?
Looks like you're haveing a good start thou. I think the begining is the hardest part, sone it will become a habit, and much easier to cope with.
Good luck toothie!

[Leo Wyatt]

Ok, here is my opinion on things.

No matter if you are the healthier person on earth you can still have an heart attack and die young even though you eat healthy. My cousin was young ,she ate right no junk food all health food, or no sodas. She died at age 22 of an heart attack so arguing on what is best way to eat hog wash.
If it is your time to go, you gonna go rather you want to or not. You just try to make the right choices. I am starting to eat right and lay off sodas and drink more water. But doesn't mean I will die.

[Superman]

[Starbuck]

1.) How much should I weigh? I'm not obese but I think I am slightly overweight, maybe. I'm 6 ft and I currently weigh around 225 pounds. There's no visible fat on my body, I'm pretty well-built. But I think I should trim down a little. As someone who is 6ft, how much do you all think I should weigh?

For someone around 6ft tall, and well built, 215lbs is a good weight, but 225 isn't exactly overweight. It depends on how muscular you are. Muscle weighs more than fat.

2.) Water. How much of it would you recommend a day? Should I drink bottled or tap. Tap water in my hometown is the best in the country but is bottled water better?

If you have good tap, drink it, as for how much, 64oz is good.

3.) Fruit. What are the best fruits? I like most fruits (apart from banana's and pears). What do you think are the best ones to eat? Which ones are best for the skin? Are there any that are good for one's eyes?

apples are awesome all around

4.) Meat. Is it good for you? I usually eat chicken, steak or beef. Are they good for you? If so, how many times a week should I eat them?

Chicken is healthiest and red meat is god in moderation

5.) Is a brisk walk good for you? How far should I walk and how often?

I like a mile a day

[Superman]

Thank you, 4evaJaneway. Every little bit of advice helps.

[Starbuck]

well, those are just my preferences, I'm 5'9"ish and I weigh 180lbs, but I'm strong. you know...... you just go with the flow

[Sam Kenobi]

[IntrepidIsMe]

Good wine, though, The cheap stuff is only good for spritzers,

[Superman]

Thank you to those who keep posting replies.

Everythings going well. I started my new 'regime' properly on Saturday. I do feel good even though it's only been three days. I certainly feel a little healthier and my eyes feel better for some reason. Of course, most of what I am feeling could be psychosomatic. But things should improve.

Anyone else changed things a little after reading this post?

[Seven of Nine]

I've found a great way for losing weight- have a baby, breastfeed and get Post Natal Depression! You don't even want to eat, and every mouthful is torture

(Oh wait, this was about healthy methods, sorry about that )

If you're well built, and don't have any flabby bits, don't worry too much about weight. You'll know if your healthy because you'll feel good.

For exercise, little and often is the best policy (works well for meals, too ) start gently, and build it up. And you'll start to feel better as soon as you start, which should be an incentive to continue.

For eating, as I said before, little and often works. However, it's more about finding what's right for you. If you eat plenty of fruit of veg, and especially a variety, then you should get all the vitamins and minerals you need. Drink plenty of milk (along with water) and you've got a decent food there too. Meat is good, so long as you don't exclude other things. You need some carbohydrates, and wholemeal bread, or brown rice is better than the white varieties. Junk food is fine, as a treat, but not everyday

Water, about 2 litres (4 pints) is good for a normal day, up it to about 3 litres (6 pints) if you're doing heavy exercise. Don't drink too much though, or you could dehydrate yourself (if you dilute your blood too much, its harmful).

The best advice I can give you is just do what makes you feel good A healthy mind is a good start for a healthy body. And don't get depression

[Superman]