Moving To Spain? Here’s How To Live Healthily In Your New Country

by Liz Seyi Digital marketing manager

One thing that you will almost certainly already know about Spain if you are contemplating a new life in the south-western European country, is its reputation as one of the healthiest parts of the world. Indeed, the Bloomberg Healthiest Country Index for 2019 gave Spain the highest ranking of all – so, will you really need to think much about your health as a resident here?

The short answer is yes, because for one thing, even the conditions that help to make Spain so healthy – including its highly regarded healthcare system, climate and the famed ‘Mediterranean diet’ – can’t be counted on to protect you against absolutely every health issue you could face.

So, here are some of the steps that we would advise you to take as a new resident of Spain.

Get serious about following the local diet!

Old habits die hard, so it’s well worth familiarising yourself with the key components of the Mediterranean diet, and how you can incorporate them into your lifestyle in the country.

In summary, the Mediterranean diet is characterised by high consumption of olive oil, fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole-grain cereals. Spaniards also typically prefer fish and seafood over poultry and eggs, although the latter – along with dairy products like cheese and yoghurt – are still eaten in moderation.

Oh, and a glass of red wine a day is another staple of the Mediterranean diet – although of course, here at Ibex Insurance Services, we would always preach ‘everything in moderation’!

Embrace the easygoing culture

There are definitely certain parts of Spanish life that it might take you some time to get accustomed to if you are from a slightly less laidback part of the world, such as the UK.

The long lunches typical in many regions of the country – stretching to two or three hours – are a case in point, as is the tendency to ‘allow kids to be kids’.

Local families therefore have a certain, child-friendly rhythm that isn’t really found in other cultures – something we’d suggest you adopt if you are to truly feel like ‘part of Spain’.

Purchase the right medical insurance

Yes, the Spanish healthcare system has been widely hailed as excellent, including by many observers outside the country. It is not, however, perfect, with increasing waiting times an especially pressing issue.

You may, then, be tempted to begin comparing the options presented by the leading health insurance brokers in Spain, such as Ibex. We can give you both Standard and Comprehensive plans from an assortment of leading providers, ensuring you benefit from the best prices and the utmost peace of mind as a medical insurance policyholder in the country.

So, why not visit one of our Spanish-based offices today to discuss our policies if you are already based here – or simply stay in the comfort of your own home, by requesting a competitive quote from us online? We provide our services completely in the English language, so you also won’t need to worry about understanding our staff at any stage of your relationship with us. 

 

 

 

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