Top 4 Indicators Of Good Health Health is so much more than the mere absence of disease. Here are my top4 health parameters that you can evaluate yourself with and assess your health in a more global way.
Skin The state of your skin can give many clues about the appropriateness of your diet and lifestyle. Ideally, the skin is smooth and clear with good elasticity. There are no dark circles under the eyes. Dry skin, acne and itchy rashes can signify that you may be eating foods that are not optimal for you (e.g., acne – dairy, refined sugar products) or that you are lacking in some dietary component (e.g., dry skin – water, omega 3 fatty acids and other fats).If your skin is not looking it’s best, try changing your diet. Try increasing your intake of water, healthy fats (salmon, avocado) and fruit and veggies (berries, sweet potato and leafy greens are best). Also, make sure you’re reducing your intake refined sugar, dairy and alcohol (or better still cut it out completely) and switch to natural and organic skincare products. Wait 2-3 weeks and watch the health of your skin transform. Digestion The bowels are a major indicator of the state of our health. Digestion is crucial for the breakdown, assimilation and absorption of nutrients, so it is easy to see how disturbances in digestion can keep you from looking and feeling your best. Not to mention the role digestion plays in many inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. Ideally, you should be moving your bowels at least once a day, but not much more than three times daily! If you’re having trouble moving your bowels try drinking a large glass of warm water with squeeze of fresh lemon juice or try going for a brisk walk or doing some other form of exercise to help stimulate the bowels. Taking probiotics or eating probiotic rich foods such as sauerkraut, kefir, or pot set natural yoghurt are also great for keeping your