30/10/2026
Karva Chauth may be about fasting and praying for each other’s long life but as a nutritionist I believe that building a healthy life together goes far beyond one day.
A few things that can make a real difference:
1. Aim for 150 minutes of movement every week.
Brisk walking, cycling, swimming or dancing. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity through the week.
2. Make strength training a priority 2-3 times a week.
Muscle is important at every age. Strength training helps maintain muscle mass, bone health, mobility and metabolic function as we grow older.
3. Take a walk together after dinner Even a 10-15 minute walk after meals can help improve post meal blood glucose levels.
4. Prioritise 7-9 hours of sleep.
Good sleep supports appetite regulation, immunity, recovery, hormonal health and cardiovascular health.
5. Don’t postpone regular health checkups - Keep track of your blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol and other age and risk appropriate health parameters. Prevention & early detection matter.
6. Make quality time a daily habit.
Put your phones away, eat meals together, talk and make time for each other. Emotional well being and healthy relationships are also important parts of overall health.
A long, healthy life isn’t built through one fast or one prayer. It’s built through the everyday choices you make together.
You don’t just want to grow old together. You want to stay healthy enough to enjoy those years together.
Send this to the person you want to grow old with while staying healthy❤️
