As we last time discussed, there is a long list of reasons why exercise and healthy eating should be a part of your lifestyle. Not only will it lead to weight loss, better sleep, better moods and stronger bones, but through healthy eating, the body receives all of the nutrients it needs to function properly. Regular exercise and healthy eating habits can improve your life.

Eating healthy and exercising routinely can help you maintain a healthy weight, boost your metabolism and help you look and feel better.  

Metabolism is a collection of chemical reactions that takes place in the body's cells. Metabolism converts the fuel in the food we eat into the energy needed to power everything we do, from moving to thinking to growing.According to the IDEA Health and Fitness Association, “a healthy diet should consist of four to six small meals a day, an approach proven to help keep metabolism up. This will keep your body form storing excess fats and carbohydrates, thus preventing weight gain”. Exercising will also boost your metabolism by building lean tissue which burns excess calories. 

Eating healthy and exercising also contributes to a better look and feel. If you include resistance training into your exercise routines, your body will look slim, toned and physically fit. Healthy food is packed with vitamins and minerals essential in normal growth and development of the human body. For example, you can get ample amounts of the nutrient biotin. Biotin is important for skin, hair and nails --- through healthy foods like whole grains, bananas, peanuts and organ meats. 

You should incorporate healthy eating habits and exercise into your lifestyle for numerous reasons. One not often mentioned is for the sake of your family and friends. The healthier you are the better husband, wife, mother, father, brother sister or friend you can be. When you show those closest to you through your actions that your well-being is important for both your sake and theirs, I guarantee they will follow your lead.