The internet is full of advice on how to maintain your good looks and health, such as to track calories, engage in vigorous exercise, and eat less. However, scientists hold a different viewpoint. Here are 14 recommendations that have been supported by science for staying healthy with the least amount of work.
Bright Side has gathered a few less obvious pieces of advice to assist you in maintaining a trim, healthy, and appealing body for many years to come.

1. Stop counting calories.

Calories are not as important as food quality. The largest contributors to weight gain, according to a 20-year study, are processed meals and sugar-sweetened beverages. So focus on the quality of your food rather than how many calories it contains.

2. Fill up half of your plate with vegetables.

Fiber, water, and beneficial microelements are all found in fruits and vegetables. According to research, eating a lot of fruits and vegetables is good for your health. The same principle applies to grocery stores: you are halfway to being healthy if your shopping cart is packed with fruits and veggies.

3. Eat what you want and when you want.

Sometimes we make the decision to temporarily abstain from our favorite foods, but we can’t always stick with it, so we end up overindulging in them and putting on weight. We must constantly eat what we want and enjoy every bite without feeling guilty if we want to stay strong and healthy. Remove the restriction against thinking about your favorite cuisine constantly.

4. Use the “rule of 2 bites.”

In order to trick your brain into believing that you are actually not hungry, take one bite, drink a glass of water, and then take another bite. The feeling of fullness will arrive much sooner.

5. Start your day with protein.

The ghrelin “hunger hormone” is lowered by protein-rich foods. Because of this, foods like eggs, chicken breast, and Greek yogurt can keep you fuller longer than a breakfast high in carbohydrates.

6. Walk 2 minutes every hour.

If you must sit while working, make it a rule to get up and move around every hour. You can always find an excuse to go to a new department, ascend a floor, or take a little break outside. You can stay busy all day with this.

7. Never eat snacks from a packet.

A large pack of chips, cookies, or candies can be consumed in a few minutes. Put the snacks on a plate or divide them into smaller bags so you can keep track of how much you’ve consumed and when to stop.

8. Use the “rule of 10 minutes.”

This rule applies to all healthy behaviors. Go to bed 10 minutes sooner than you had intended to if you want to get up earlier. Start with 10 minutes a day if you want to practice yoga but can’t find the time.

9. Choose big meals.

Large amounts of food or meals with lots of water are a wonderful way to avoid overeating, according to research done by a researcher from Pennsylvania. A large bowl of salad will make you feel full far more quickly than a small handful of almonds.

10. Reduce your sugar consumption to 6 spoons.

The likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes increases when meals contain a significant amount of sugar. Obesity is a side effect of it. For women, 6 teaspoons of sugar per day are advised, while for men it’s 9 teaspoons.

11. Be selfish.

Selfishness is believing that you are the most significant individual. Ann Fletcher, a nutritionist, advises prioritizing self-care and taking good care of your own body. Be stingy and quit sharing your possessions with others. First, get something for yourself.

12. Move your desk closer to the window.

According to research, exposure to a lot of sunlight is beneficial for both your productivity and the quality of your sleep. Find a way to work in a well-lit environment if you want to stay healthy.

13. Drink warm beverages.

Warm drinks produce less metabolic waste, which slows down the aging process. Drinking tea or a glass of warm water before a meal will hasten digestion, rev up your metabolism, and enhance blood circulation.

14. Don’t brush your teeth after eating.

Specialists don’t recommend brushing your teeth right after food — you should do it at least 30 minutes after. If you ate or drank something sour, don’t brush your teeth after eating so as not to damage the enamel.