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A recipe for lower blood sugar can be a 51 minute stroll post meals, while oxidant rich food like greek yoghurt and berries in breakfast have way better advantages than carb laden oatmeal.A sleep cycle of 7-9 hours per night is regulated and a fixed time frame is considered ideal. It can be achieved by avoiding screen from an hour before your sleep timeAccording to a study by The Indian Express, stress levels can be managed by lowering cortisol levels through low-intensity activities like reading, taking leisurely walks, or drinking coffee. When aiming for a daily target of about 25-30 grams, a high-fiber diet that includes fruits and vegetables can help lower cortisol levels and can have positive effects.Dr. Manjusha Agarwal states that practicing good sleep hygiene alongside stress relief techniques not only improves mental well-being but physical health regarding blood pressure too. Some suggested activities include deep breathing exercises, meditation, gentle walks outdoors, listening to music or calming sounds, watching lighthearted films and complete relaxation.7-9 Hours of Sleep is Vital: Reflexion Dr. Sudhir Kumar informs us that the body recovers best with this amount of sleep and helps in ameliorating stress too. As told to The Indian Express, he recommends guided mindfulness, meditation, yoga for 30 minutes a day, or music for 25 minutes three times a week to aid inmindful relaxation.Selecting proteins and fiber aids in controlling both weight and blood pressure: Selecting these over carbs helps maintain weight as well as keeps you satiated longer.A 30-50 minutes bout of daily physical training, from swimming to weight training, can also be of benefit. Movement is the key to avoiding both outer and inner stiffness, with something as basic as a walk between meals proving handy.The usual culprits, smoking and drinking, should be cut out at best, and cut down at least to boost physical performance and boost health markers.Walking for 50 minutes after meals lowers blood sugar by improving glucose use.They have antioxidants and protein that keep blood sugar stable better than carbs.
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