We have all heard of the saying 'If you do something for 21 days it becomes a habit'. We are not sure if it is based on research or a saying but the moral is that whatever you do for long periods of time, good or bad, becomes a habit. The sedentary lifestyle most millennials and others have adopted as their own is pretty much a habit they have inculcated, thanks to technology, social media and lethargy. We all follow a list of bad habits we should not be even consider doing currently. From satiating our sweet tooth now and then, drinking to lighten stress, sitting for long hours, irregular eating habits, taking painkillers than solving the root cause, etc.

The list could be simply long and demand a change in our routine from the moment we wake up to the time we go to bed. While it would be quite challenging to change our lifestyle completely, it is high time we brought considerable changes to them. While our young bodies may carry us around as of now, little or no physical activity can result in the grave conditions in the future. And let's not forget the golden saying, 'Health is Wealth'. So here are six habits you must change ASAP for a healthy future:

Irregular Eating Habits

Never skip breakfast. While some say, you must have a heavy breakfast as it acts a fuel to keep you going throughout the day, there is no theory to prove it, hence ensure you eat something healthy, that will keep you active until the next meal. Every person's body acts differently to the way you treat it. Avoid junk food for a month, and you will see the difference. Despite reading tonnes of write-ups about the ill effects of junk food, we continue to devour them. Foods That Causes Acne: 5 Worst Acne-causing Staple As Well As Junk Food That You Must Avoid.

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They not only add unnecessary fats to your body but comes with several diseases and conditions if consumed frequently. For those looking for a fresh start, you can consult a dietician or simply started eating healthy home cooked food with more raw veggies, nuts, pulses and cereals. Let your last meal be light and finish it at least two hours before you hit the bed. Compromising with your eating habits can affect your body system drastically and even generate unnecessary fats. Are Millennials Spoiling Themselves? 5 Things The Youth Today Are Made to Believe is Right

Not drinking enough water

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Water flushes out waste and other unnecessary elements from your body. It helps in digestion and keeps you hydrated. However, people simply forget to drink water, yes that's a real problem. If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, you may not feel thirsty like an active person, but your body still requires water for its functioning. With fast food outlets coupling their food with coke bottles, people have become quite used to drinking cola to quench their thirst. Next time you wash it down your throat remember that's a lot of unnecessary sugar and chemicals you are torturing your body with.

Texting while driving

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If you want to live more stop texting while driving and for more traffic advisories you can follow Mumbai Police on Twitter, they are pretty good are creatively inducing ideas into your head. Texting while driving is quite stressful, it calls for your attention when you should be looking at the road. When asked people why they reply to messages while driving despite knowing the consequences, they say it was an urgent one and could not have waited. Next time answer someone who says that by replying "Not as important as your life".

Not sleeping enough

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You think you can borrow your sleeping hours every day to complete your pending work? Your body requires rest, and it is essential you give it what it entails. If not eight hours, maintain a good seven hours of sleep for your body to produce the energy required for the next day. Once you follow the cycle, your system will respond and keep you energised throughout the day. Sleeping Too Much or Too Little Can Be Bad For Your Health

Sitting for long hours

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If you are reading this article and you have been sitting for quite some time, please stand up, walk around and stretch a little. Because sitting for long hours at one place can give your blood clots. Read more about problems attached to binge-watching here.

Don't completely go by social media

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People posing as diet and food experts are plenty on the internet. It is your responsibility as an end user to think and do what is right for your body. You should not be on a detox every day, because your body requires healthy fats to function, debarring it of essential oils and only eating greens is not part of a healthy diet. Instagram is Changing Millennials' Lifestyle! Ways How Social Media App is Controlling Your Behaviour

Just like these habits took time to form, it will take time to go away. You cannot implement all of this at a go, so keep reminding yourself of the healthy body you require and don't mistake it for a gym-built one. Feed it with the right nutrients, keep the junk and alcohol minimal for some time and wait to see the results. Once you are convinced that your body is responding to the treatment you are giving it, you will not want to back out.

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