Healthy summer: 7 quick tips to stay fit, happy

New Delhi: While there is no perfect time to set new health goals, jump starting your way towards a healthier lifestyle, especially, during summer time, can give you countless reasons to stay fit and happy even when the temperature is at its peak.

Here are a few tips to make your summer ultra-worthwhile:

• Eat a balanced diet, focusing more on fruits and vegetables such as cucumber, watermelon, berries, etc, to keep you energised, help you maintain a healthy weight and strengthen your immune system.
• Limit the intake of fried foods, like vadas, samosas, chips, bhajias, farsans, etc, as they contain large amount of fats and oils that can hamper digestion.
• Avoid caffeine or carbonated drinks, alcohol beverages and those high in sugar that can lead to dehydration.
• Get outside and get moving – try walking, jogging, running, swimming, bike riding, cycling with your kids and family.
• Biking to work is a good option to stay fit and lose weight. Studies suggest that bike commuters are less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, cancer, and all-cause mortality.
• Relax and de-stress by going outside – do some breathing exercises that can help relieve the symptoms of stress and anxiety.
• Set regular bedtimes and wake times to get adequate sleep. Avoid staying up late and drinking alcohol within three hours of bedtime.

If you haven't thought of setting any health goals until now, start doing today for a healthier, happier you!