6 tips for mothers to stay healthy

Eat right

Consume a well-balanced diet comprising 3 main meals in a day. It should include proteins, fibre, whole grains, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats

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Avoid processed food

Restrict consuming processed foods like maida, white sugar, and re-used oils. Avoid drinking sodas and cold drinks as they consist high amounts of sugar

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Stay hydrated

Hydrate yourself with electrolytes to regulate body temperature. Fluids like water, coconut water, lime water, and buttermilk will help fight fatigue

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Get enough rest

Rest is extremely important for energy conservation, modulation of immune responses, cognition, performance, disease prevention, and psychological state

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Be physically active

Cardiovascular exercises like brisk walking, running, cycling, swimming, or dancing, can help burn calories, boost mood, tone muscles, and boost metabolism

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Avoid ignoring mental health

Practice meditation, find a hobby you like doing, take a trip, dance to your favorite songs, journal, practice self-acceptance and don’t be hard on yourself

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