Readers response: What’s one small change you’ve made that’s had a big impact on your physical health?
When it comes to our overall health, sometimes it's the minor changes that can make all the difference in the long run.
We asked our readers what one small change has had the biggest impact on their health overall, and the response was overwhelming. Here's what they said.
Marlene Hassett - I adopted a retired greyhound that makes sure I go for a walk every morning.
Judith Leoni - No small change and it was hardest thing I have ever done, but giving up smoking!
Sharolynn Marshman - Twice weekly exercise classes with my husband.
Steve Smith - Severely reduced alcohol consumption.
Deb Moore - Stop thinking about it. Look after myself. Eat good food, drink good wine, enjoy the fact that I wake up each day. Life is so special and so fragile. If you treasure your life, it will treasure and nurture you.
Julieanne Ditchfield - Mindfulness, meditation and breathing techniques.
Deedee Cullum - Having an afternoon rest.
Margaret Dixon - Going to an exercise physiologist.
Bill Nicholson - Retiring!
Margaret Bandiera - Cut out sugar, dairy, gluten and alcohol.
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