7 amazing ways to be healthy in 2025

Some standard health tips are timeless, right? The basics of living a healthy life remain the same. Get enough sleep and rest, exercise, and eat nutritious meals. Manage stressors and symptoms.

But while these rules are basic, they are still difficult to practice consistently. Plus, wellness isn't about following rules, it's about improving your life. To kick off the new year, UCLA health experts share some of the most practical and not always obvious advice to help you feel better. Here are 7 smart tips from 7 health and wellness experts.

1. Continue doing the good things you're already doing.

“Most of the things people can do to stay healthy in 2025 are not that different from what they can do to stay healthy in 2024: exercise, not smoke, and drink alcohol in moderation, if at all. Things, staying active, and keeping your mind inspired.

Be civil in all interactions and seek optimism every day. You may not find anything to be happy about, but you may find something meaningful that may help others or yourself. ” ― Dr. David B. Reuben, geriatrician.

2. Respect and nurture your feet

“Our feet hurt every day, but most of us don't take care of our feet.

Let's have a foot massage. It's a simple and easy thing that anyone can do, and it's very low cost, low investment, and high yield.

There is a body of knowledge about reflexology, actually acupuncture points, and how to stimulate these points when massaging your feet. Get a simple golf ball or roller and roll your feet on it. It can help you relax, especially when combined with closing your eyes and taking deep breaths.

I usually tell my patients to massage their feet every day, and the best time to do it is at night before bed. ”—Dr. Lawrence To, director of the UCLA East-West Medical Center in Torrance.

3. Integrate your health goals

“For me, health refers to body, mind and spirit.

For your body, it is best to eat whole foods and include some physical activity on a regular basis. Give yourself permission to eat foods that bring you joy, in moderation.

When it comes to the mind, it definitely increases your awareness of helpful and unhelpful thoughts. need access to social support And give your mind a break by stepping away from social media and consciously focusing on your interactions in the present moment.

At Spirit and Heart, we find and connect with the people, activities, hobbies, and interests that feed our souls—anything that can bring us connection and foster meaning. It may be spending time with loved ones, finding connection through music, literature, art, prayer, meditation and spirituality, or community-based activities. ”—Dr. Valentina Ogarian, clinical director of the Sims/Mann UCLA Integrative Oncology Center.

4. Prioritize stress management

“To live a healthy 2025, individuals should focus on managing stress through mindfulness practices, quality sleep, and strong social connections, which will significantly strengthen relationships. There is a possibility that mental health and resilience. this is, healthy eating And of course regular exercise.

When it comes to sports and athletics, here are some things to keep in mind: injury preventioncombine workouts with cross-training to support your body. proper nutrition and hydration. —Dr. Marissa Vazquez, chief team physician for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

5. Enjoy and strive for mindful rest.

“Make time for rest. This means switching off from time to time and just being, instead of constantly doing things. Practice gratitude. Show yourself what you're grateful for. Just a moment of remembrance can change your day from feeling angry and overwhelmed to feeling peace and gratitude.”

Let's enjoy the happy moments. In addition to gratitude, there are many moments throughout the day when we feel joy and enjoyment. Please don't skip reading it. Savor the experience, even if it's only for a few seconds. We need to increase our joy resources.

When you feel stressed, remember “STOP”. Take a breath or two. Observe how you feel inside. Please be a little more conscious and stay calm. ”—Diana Winston, UCLA Mindful Director.

6. Monitor your energy levels

“Check your inner energy the same way you approach your phone battery. How charged is it? Are you starting the day at 100%? What drains you and what drains you? Does it give you energy?

Adopt energizing habits and minimize debilitating ones. By adjusting how you regulate your energy, you can make better choices about how you spend your day.

Pause and slow down. Life tends to feel loud and fast. Give yourself permission to lower the volume and speed. ”
–Dr. Elizabeth Coe, medical director of the UCLA Health Integrative Medicine Collaborative

7. Move and connect

“Put down your iPad, get up and move.

If whatever you did yesterday meant walking one block, walk two blocks today and four blocks tomorrow. If you walk 1 mile, walk 2 miles today, 3 miles tomorrow, and so on. Humans are good at building endurance. It's in our DNA. Be true to your genes!

Have a purpose. Find something important to do outside of work. Volunteer, learn a new language, write down your news and social media feeds, or pick up an instrument and learn to play. ” — Dr. Jesse Mills, director of the Men's Clinic at UCLA Health.

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