11 Jul The Potential Downsides of Pursuing a Healthier Lifestyle and How to Overcome Them

It sounds contradictory to mention that many activities and choices that are made in the pursuit of improved health can sometimes be detrimental to a person’s wellbeing. Not every health solution is suitable for every individual and what works for you might be harmful to someone else. If you are at the beginning of your self-improvement journey or have been working towards a healthier lifestyle for a while now, it’s important to be aware of the need for tailored approaches that specifically address your personal health requirements.

Trends

Following trends in popular health movements can sometimes be effective, but it is extremely risky to throw yourself into a health trend without proper research and consulting a medical professional first. Trends are often designed to make people money rather than provide real and lasting positive effects, so be skeptical of new fads that claim to work for everyone.

Dieting

Different bodies require different nutrients. Depending on your body type, fitness goals, age, sex, and present health conditions, your diet should be built around your particular needs. What might be a healthy option for one person can be a bad choice for someone else. Avoid the temptation to see dieting strategies or superfoods as an easy solution to your nutritional requirements. Instead, focus on finding out what you need to cut back on and what you need more of in your diet to improve your health. For example, a regular gym-goer might benefit from learning about various supplement interactions from Enhanced Lifting, whereas someone just beginning their fitness journey should focus more on reducing sugar and increasing vegetable intake. Please discuss any supplements with your health care provider as some may cause side effects or interact with other medications. The USPSTF has issued 2022 recent statement on the use of supplements.

Exercise

While everyone should try to perform regular exercise, the wide variety of activities and sports out there means that some fitness options are better than others depending on your mobility and skill. For example, swimming is excellent for people with painful joints as it decreases the effects of gravity on the bones. However, swimming can be a difficult sport for someone with respiratory issues since it requires a level of holding your breath.

Misinformation

One of the most unhelpful aspects of trying to improve your health and fitness is the abundance of misinformation about the subject. Being able to discern between valuable and misleading health advice takes practice. It’s important to do your own research and weigh up different sources for legitimacy and authority.

Sustainability

How long you can maintain a health regime is one of the biggest factors in its potential for success. For example, if a new diet has helped you lose weight but isn’t easy to stick to, it isn’t sustainable and should be adjusted to see lasting results. Don’t throw yourself in at the deep end and expect to succeed immediately as this can often lead to disappointment and discouragement, ultimately putting you off trying other fitness routes in the future. Start slowly and build up to a routine that works for you so you can enjoy the benefits for years to come.

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Last Updated on July 11, 2022 by Marie Benz MD FAAD