While you’re looking after yourself, schedule an appointment or medical screening with your dentist and optometrist as well. You’d do it for your car, so why not your body? In particular, if you’re experiencing any unusual symptoms, don’t ignore them. Lumps, bumps, knots and fatigue are your body’s way of saying that something requires your attention. Tell appropriate health-care provider about them.

Become a Strategic Eater The fuel you put into your body can make all difference to your health and energy levels. Practicing good nutrition means learning about food. It does not mean dieting. Understanding which foods give you energy and which rob you of your vitality is essential to keeping you at your best. Different metabolisms call for different combinations of fat, protein and carbohydrates, and through being aware of what you’re eating and how you’re feeling you will know what foods combine to bring you maximum energy.

While becoming clear which foods work best for you, start thinking about size and frequency of your meals. Eating small amounts five or six times a day has proven to be better for us than three large meals. It is easier on digestive system and provides a more constant, even flow of energy to body, avoiding hunger peaks and valleys. You’ll be less tempted to grab that chocolate bar or bag of potato chips to get you through afternoon, and you’ll arrive home with better energy to face evening.