4 ways to boost your family’s health
Summertime and outdoor fun go hand-in-hand. But even with blue skies and a shining sun, most of us spend about 90 percent of our time indoors, even during the summer, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
With school out, families are spending more time with each other. This is the perfect opportunity to kick-start new healthy habits by taking steps that will help improve your family’s overall wellbeing.
Breathing cleaner air in your home is one of the many ways to help improve the health of your family. Experts agree, the air inside your home might not be the best for you and your family. Research shows that the air inside our homes can be up to 5 times more polluted than the air outside.
“Between the heat of summer and the dramatic weather changes, I see a lot of families suffer from allergies, skin irritations and summer colds,”. “Take advantage of the upcoming months to make changes to promote a healthier lifestyle and prevent illness.”
Doctors suggests the following tips to help motivate your family and make healthy living fun this summer:
Grow plants. Hosting houseplants have many benefits including deterring illness and boosting healing. Some of the best plants for your home include Boston ferns, palm trees, rubber plants, and English ivy. Take a field trip to your local nursery and allow your children to choose their favorite plant.
Eat fresh fruits and veggies. Boost your family’s health and hydration by eating plenty of in-season, organic, water-filled fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Planting a garden is a fun way to get the kids involved and excited about eating healthy foods.
Play outside. Exercise doesn’t have to involve joining a team or adopting a formal regimen. By playing outside with your kids, such as throwing a ball or taking a bike ride, you’ll make great memories and get exercise as a bonus.
Breathe cleaner air. Regularly use a quality air purifier to clean the air in your home from airborne particles that trigger allergies and breathing issues.
(BPT)
