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5 Tips for a Healthy & Happy Life

on the Wednesday, August 10, 2016

A healthy lifestyle in retirement is as important as ever. Hand in hand with good nutrition, a healthy and well balanced lifestyle can help you achieve optimal health so you have more time to enjoy your freedom.

Enjoy the sunshine

Even just 10-15 minutes out in the sunshine (if longer, be sure to wear a hat and plenty of sunscreen!) every day can be incredibly beneficial. Sunlight is essential for our bodies to be able to produce Vitamin D which helps fight of disease. Not only that, natural sunlight has been proven to make us happier!

Take a walk

A brisk morning walk or a leisurely afternoon stroll can help improve circulation and even boost your mood. Organise to meet a few friends and enjoy a chat along the way.

Read a book

Escaping with a great book is a perfect way to spend some time alone. You may even learn something new!

Spend time outside

Whenever you can, step outside into nature and just breathe. Appreciate the raindrops, feel the wind and listen to the birds sing. Guaranteed to boost your mood.

Listen to music

Music has been scientifically proven to alter your state of mind. It gets you moving and can take you on a beautiful trip down memory lane. Set up a playlist of all your favourite tunes and enjoy!

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