Five steps to a healthier year

Avoid the harmful use of alcohol. [iStockphoto]

According to recent World Health Organisation recommendations in the pursuit of optimal health in 2024, the following small yet meaningful changes can have a big impact on your well-being:

1. Eat a healthy diet:

The definition can vary depending on personal preferences, cultural norms and local food availability. The key lies in making informed dietary choices. While initially daunting, reducing the amount of food high in salt, free sugars, saturated fat and trans fatty acids is highly recommended.