Doing these 5 things in the morning helps prevent stroke and increase longevity
Morning is the ideal time to rejuvenate your health and spirit. Develop good habits such as lying down to relax before getting up, drinking warm water, brushing your hair, opening the windows and ventilating, and eating a nutritious breakfast.
Morning is the "golden" time to help the body fully start up, regenerate energy after a night's rest and prepare mentally for a new day.
According toAboluowang, The 5 good morning habits below will help you improve your health:
Lie down for a while after waking up
Many people have the habit of jumping up as soon as the alarm clock rings. This seems normal but poses a great risk to health, especially when the body is in a "sleepy" state.
Don't jump up immediately after waking up (Photo: Getty).
Standing up suddenly can cause insufficient blood flow to the brain, causing dizziness, lightheadedness, or even falls.
In addition, for people with cardiovascular disease, bone and joint disease or low blood pressure, jumping up quickly can lead to pain, risk of stroke or dangerous injuries.
Advice: Spend about 3-5 minutes lying in bed after waking up, stretching your arms and legs, and gently stretching your shoulders to help your body gradually transition from a resting state to an active state.
Brush your hair to stimulate blood circulation.
Combing your hair in the morning is an effective health support method. According to Oriental medicine, the head area has many important acupuncture points, and combing your hair can stimulate these points, help blood circulation, relax the nerves and improve stress.
In addition, the habit of brushing hair also helps prevent diseases related to the cerebrovascular system and makes the mind more alert.
How to do: Gently brush from forehead to nape, making sure the comb teeth lightly touch the scalp. Do this for 5 minutes every morning, it will help your hair become shiny and smooth, and also effectively improve blood circulation.
Drink a glass of warm water
After a long night, your body is dehydrated due to metabolism. A glass of warm water in the morning not only helps replenish the necessary amount of water but also stimulates the digestive system, cleans the intestines and reduces blood viscosity.
Drinking warm water in the morning is very good for your health (Photo: Getty).
Drinking warm water instead of cold water also helps increase blood circulation, especially good for people with stomach or digestive problems.
Note: Drink about 150ml of warm water, not too hot or cold. If you are constipated, add a little honey to the glass of water to improve the condition.
Open the window to let in fresh air
After a night of closed doors, the bedroom often accumulates a large amount of CO2 and harmful bacteria from breath and sweat. If the doors are not opened for ventilation, the polluted air in the room can easily cause respiratory diseases or allergies.
Welcoming the morning light and fresh air not only cleans the environment but also helps you feel more awake and refreshed.
Tip: As soon as you wake up, open the windows to let the air circulate and enjoy the early morning sunlight. This also helps improve your mood effectively.
Eat a nutritious breakfast
Skipping breakfast is a big mistake, because this is the most important energy-providing meal of the day. A nutritious breakfast not only helps maintain energy but also supports the brain to function effectively, increasing concentration.
According to a Harvard University study, people who eat a full breakfast have a 27% lower risk of heart disease and diabetes than those who regularly skip breakfast. Eating breakfast also helps stabilize blood sugar, providing the necessary energy for the brain and improving work performance.
Ideal breakfast menu:
- Starch: Bread, porridge, rice or cereal (about 100g).
- Protein: Eggs, meat, milk or tofu.
- Green vegetables and fresh fruits (100g).
