Heart and Mind Health
There is a direct relationship between heart and mind health. Although the relationship is sometimes overlooked, understanding the connection can help improve your overall wellness.
The following information is inspired by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and their Hearts + Minds program.
Mental Health is Physical Health
The health of one’s body and mind are connected. By improving one aspect of your health, you are contributing to your overall wellness. Self-care is vital in the prevention and treatment of disease. In addition, you will likely see improvements to your mental health when taking care of your body.
Listen to your Body
Our bodies are constantly sending information to our brains. Whether it may be anything from feelings of pain to fatigue, these feelings are our bodies’ way of communicating. By learning to listen to your body, you are taking an important step towards preventative health. In addition, by listening to your body you will gain a better understanding of yourself, which can be helpful when explaining your symptoms to your healthcare provider.
Get Physical
Physical activity benefits both heart and mind health. Many healthcare providers actually view exercise as a form of treatment, given how effective it can be in improving one’s health.
Exercise has clear health benefits for one’s weight, heart, and risk of disease. It also has been found to improve mental health for many.
It is important to find a form of physical activity that is right for you. Choose an activity that you are capable of and also enjoy.
Improve Your Nutrition
Every meal and snack you eat provides an opportunity for you to improve your nutrition. You can view food as a tool for health. Even seemingly small changes to your diet or lifestyle can benefit your physical and mental health.
We encourage you to speak to your healthcare provider for tips on how to improve your personal nutrition.
Find Support
Look for support in your journey towards heart and mind health through friends and family. Also, we recommend reaching out to your health care professional for more help and guidance.
Read More
To read more about heart and mind health, we recommend viewing NAMI’s Heart + Minds program via the following link: https://heartsandminds.nami.org/
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