Come on, be honest. Do you really floss daily? It's time to start. Flossing helps keep your gums healthy and prevent cavities. The key is finding the right floss for your teeth, so don't be afraid to try a few different brands. Get started now, and you might just get an A+ at your next checkup.
5. Cut back on caffeine
If you're like many of us, your first cup of coffee or tea of the morning is a daily treat, something to savour and enjoy. The fifth or sixth cup? Not so much. If caffeinated drinks have become a need rather than a pleasure, consider reducing your consumption. Do it slowly enough and you won't even notice the difference. Also think about staying away from coffee and tea in the evening, as caffeine can be extremely disruptive to your sleep.
6. Go snowshoeing
Snowshoeing is a simple sport and fairly inexpensive (Mountain Equipment Co-op, for instance, rents showshoes for $12 a day). Plus it's great exercise -- a 140-pound woman will burn more than 450 calories an hour snowshoeing, not to mention sculpt her glutes and legs.
7. Meditate
Devotees -- and, increasingly, scientists -- claim that regular meditation practice can calm your mind, increase joy and lower stress levels. Consistency is more important than time commitment, meaning you'll get better results from just five minutes a day than from a weekly half-hour session. If you're not ready for seated meditation, try walking meditation or mindful walking as a way to quiet your thoughts in the midst of everyday life.
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