Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Tips for staying healthy

By Jeff Cline

Everyone knows we should try to maintain good health. But everyone does not know how to do that. Here are some good tips for achieving good health. First and foremost, use your health insurance! Take advantage of the annual preventive exam, it is essential to keeping up with your health.

Eating more healthy is a crucial step in achieving and maintaining health. It is true that what we eat we are. Add more veggies to your plat, especially if your going back for seconds. Be sure to get plenty of fiber and drinks a lot of water.

The second most obvious is exercise. Who has time? Erase that sentence, make time! Get moving, join a team sport or a gym. Walk more. Whether it be around the mall window shopping or just parking at the furthest parking spot, just commit! Eating and exercise is key to staying at a normal weight.

Throw the nasty habits out with the trash. Take the challenge stop smoking , drinking or chewing your nails. Whatever it may be make a commitment to stop. If you need help see your health care provider. There are many treatment options.

Use safe driving habits. When you get into a vehicle buckle up. Do not drive when you are on medication, sleepy or have had a alcoholic beverage. Use proper auto seats for children. All these are health risk that are not worth it ignoring.

Besides preventative care you need to also self examine. watch for any changes in your body or skin. Use sunscreen when in the sun,. Do not use indoor tanning., although it is convenient it is a recipe for trouble. Do not risk your health for a glow you can get from a can.

Treat early signs of depression. Almost everyone has ups and downs. By seeking the help of a professional we can make sure things do not get out of hand. Find balance in life. Make time for yourself, don't get lost in the hustle and bustle.

De stressing is very important to our well being. Make an effort to relax. Do it at least once a week. Just a moment or a day it does not matter as long as you chill every now and then. Try spreading a blanket out on the back lawn and looking at the stars, it does wonders for the soul!

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