Lifestyle Matters: Protect Your Heart, Mind, and Body

Sagarika Barik

Abstract: Lifestyle-related choices play a central role in shaping long-term physical and mental health, particularly in the prevention of non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory conditions. This article examines how everyday habits related to diet, physical activity, stress management, and sleep interact to influence the heart, brain, and overall bodily resilience. Attention is given to balanced nutrition patterns, including plant-rich and Mediterranean-style diets, regular physical movement suited to daily life, and the physiological benefits of adequate rest and stress reduction practices. The discussion also connects lifestyle behaviours to broader public health challenges, especially in low- and middle-income settings where the burden of preventable chronic disease remains high. By emphasizing practical, achievable changes rather than drastic interventions, the article highlights how consistent healthy routines can support metabolic balance, cognitive function, emotional stability, and immune strength, while reducing long-term health risks at both individual and population levels.

Keywords: healthy lifestyle, non-communicable diseases, heart and mental health, diet and physical activity, stress and sleep management

How to Cite?: Sagarika Barik, "Lifestyle Matters: Protect Your Heart, Mind, and Body", Volume 14 Issue 12, December 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1556-1557, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251219104106, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251219104106