Redefining ‘fun’
“What’s the fun in that?!”
That’s what a woman recently asked when Dr. Mike suggested one way to improve her diabetes was to give up pancakes and syrup for breakfast and instead opt for whole grains, berries and lean protein.
That got us thinking. We need to help her — and many of you — redefine “fun.”
Fun-damentals
You may not realize it, but taking care of yourself and being proud of your ability to do more activities, defy your age, banish stress, think more clearly and get your juices flowing … NOW, THAT’S FUN!
Why you opt for unhealthy habits: Destructive indulgences can take over when your joints and muscles ache, elevated blood glucose levels sour your mood and your brain is foggy. They make it easy to put up your feet, turn on the tube and feel better RIGHT NOW with a cola, some sweet treats or a few stiff drinks. Then, before you know it you sink back into the same miseries you had before. No real fun there. By finding the fun in making healthful choices, you’ll be rewarded with sustained
improvement in your mood, better blood circulation (yes, you’ll feel it), improved respiration and a younger RealAge.