20 Simple Ways To Good Health 

1.  Shop for groceries yourself. Look for fresh fruits and vegetables.

2.  Follow the golden rule of - " No feasting or fasting" even for a single meal.

3.  Remember to include two vegetables and one fruit in every meal. Retain the peels of vegetables- like potato/ carrots while cooking.

4.  Have a variety of coloured vegetables and fruits through the week.

5.  Cook the healthy way - with less salt and oil. Avoid too much of deep-frying or overcooking of vegetables.

6.  Remember the famous proverb- "Eat breakfast like an emperor, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper". Avoid overeating at the end of the day.

7.  Do not nap immediately after a meal; give a gap of an hour to allow for proper digestion.

8.  Eat just to the point of fullness. Don't stuff yourself.

9.  Make meal times an interesting family experience- sitting together at the table. Avoid watching TV or reading while eating.

10.  Opt for healthy nutritious milkshakes instead of soft drinks like colas, pop sodas etc.

11.  Do not rush through meals. Set aside enough time to appreciate and enjoy them.

12.  Chew your food well and eat slowly. It helps you digest your food properly and eat less.

13.  Drink a minimum of 8-10 glasses of water every day.

14.  Make sure you get a good night's sleep every night.

15.  Kick the old smoking habit and restrict the alcohol consumption.

16.  Watch out for stress related munching or snacking. Nibble on a fruit or a vegetable and resist the urge for high calorie foods.

17.  Include a salad with every meal.

18.  Eat homemade ice creams, cakes etc. than the bought variety. This way you can be sure of eating goodies packed with natural goodness. Stay away from junk food.

19.  Take time off to exercise regularly- enjoy a 20-minute brisk invigorating walk each morning. Balance your life style. Devote equal time each week to work and fun. .