Sophie Okolo, MPH

If you are trying to be healthy and better all-round then it is important you don’t neglect these areas of your health. It is common to forget about these, but they are just as vital as all the other parts. Take a look below to find out what you could be missing out on. 

Your Ears

They may not seem that important but you don’t realize just how important they truly are. You only get one pair of ears so it is essential you look after them. If you attend regular music concerts or surround yourself in noisy environments you may start to notice your ears not working like they used to. This is common and it occurs due to the tiny hairs inside your ears becoming damaged by powerful vibrations and sound waves. If this bothers you and you want to be able to hear properly again then you may benefit from the use of a hearing aid. 

Your Mouth

Your oral health is just as important as any other aspect of your health. Your teeth are important and other people see them as well when you smile. If you don’t like your teeth then a dentist will be able to help you achieve the outcome you desire. You may need input and help from periodontics & Implants depending on how much work your teeth need. However, you will be back to your old self again in no time at all. Try to visit the dentist regularly, at least twice a year. They know what to look for in your mouth, so they can detect problems before you can. 

Your Feet

How do you manage to get from A to B throughout the day, through the use of your feet of course? Without these, your life could become a struggle. That is why it is so important you look after your foot health. You may not have even realized that foot health was a thing until just now, it is common for this to be forgotten about. If you start to notice pain when you walk, this could be due to an underlying foot condition. It could also be something as simple as hard skin that is causing you grief. Take a trip to a podiatrist every so often so they can look after your feet and give you the very best advice. 

Your Mind

Finally, one of the most important aspects of your health. A lot of people assume that this one comes after physical health. However, without the right mentality and being in the right place, how will you find the motivation and drive to get up each day? This comes from your mental health, so it is important you take care of it. There are many ways you can manage your mental health from socializing regularly to speaking positively about yourself. If you do start to notice problems with your mental health then it may be necessary to seek the help of a professional.