10 health mistakes all women make at least once

Ladies, it is time to stop these habits now!

Everyone wants to be healthy and fit, but most women don't realise how detrimental some of their habits are to their health.

Apart from exercising and eating right, there are many other things that could be affecting your health in the short and long run. Here are 10 mistakes women make at least once in their life:

1. Not getting enough sleep

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Managing a career and family life is tough and can take a toll on the number of hours you sleep per day. Sleep deprivation not just makes it extremely difficult to go to work the next morning, it can lead to far reaching consequences. Remember, women need more sleep than men, so make sure you clock in at least 7 to 10 hours of sleep every night.



2. Not drinking enough water

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Dehydration can cause a slew of issues like lethargy, mood swings, constipation, and even premature wrinkles and weight gain! Drinking water is crucial to maintaining your weight and getting gorgeous skin and hair, so drink up!

3. Working out too much

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It may feel amazing to be working out a lot and having a fitness regimen, but in the long run it could actually be harmful for your body. Give it enough resting time to repair any muscle or tissue damage.

4. Not working out at all

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While working out too much isn't good, not working out at all is worse. You won't always be this young and active, so start working out now if you want to stay fit later in life. Exercise also boosts immunity and makes your body age slower, along with numerous other health benefits.



5. Spending too much time at work

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Yes, you are building your career and it is almost impossible to achieve a work-life balance, but it is absolutely necessary because long working hours lead to deteriorating health - both physical and mental.

6. Ignoring seemingly minor issues, that may actually be important signs

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You don't really care too much about the frequent headaches or stomach aches you get now, putting it off to watching too much TV or last night's dinner. But these may actually be pointing out to something more serious, so stop ignoring the signs and go get a proper check up.

7. Ignoring menstrual cramps or irregularities

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Intense cramps and irregularities are not a normal part of the cycle. Many women don't even feel any pain when they are on their period. Excessive bleeding, fever, nausea and cramps are signs of Dysmenorrhea. So next time your period makes you feel like you're in hell, get yourself checked.



8. Not eating right

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We can not stress enough on the importance of eating healthy. It has long lasting consequences on your body, inside and out. In your twenties your metabolism may trick you into eating unhealthy, but the effects will show when you're unfit later in life when it's harder to stay fit. So watch what you eat now.

9. Following strict diets

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Eating healthy does not mean starving yourself or sticking to ridiculous diets. Leaving out certain food groups will lead to deficiencies, so eat a balanced diet in moderation and you should be good.



10. Sidelining bone health

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Your bones are what will carry you when you are old, so focus on them now. Build strong bones and take lots of calcium. It will improve your overall health!

This article originally appeared on ScoopWhoop.