Healthy Habits for Life

Practicing some simple healthy habits regularly can make a big difference in your health. Below are some simple things you might do to be more active and make healthy choices in what you eat or drink.

You probably are already doing some of these things. Most of us would benefit by adding some of these things to our daily routine.

Read through the list and mark the things that you are already doing. Select a couple of things that you could do to be healthier. Practice these habits for a week or two. When you have gotten use to doing these try adding another. It is never too late to practice healthy habits.

Get Active

• I use the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator.
• I walk at least 10 minutes a day - three or more times a week.
• I park the car a bit farther away so that I can walk.
• I plan time together with family or friends that includes being physically active (walking, riding bikes, working outside, swimming, etc.)
• I walk or bike on a short trip instead of taking the car at least once during the week.
• I stretch or do easy exercises while watching TV.

Eat and Drink Healthy

• I eat with family or friends at least twice a week.
• I eat a fruit or vegetables at every meal.
• I eat a fruit or vegetables as a snack every day.
• I try not to eat too much fast food.
• I never supersize, unless it is to share with others.
• I buy frozen, canned, or dried fruits and vegetables.
• I buy whole grain bread (whole wheat, bran, oatmeal, multigrain).
• I use small amounts of margarine, butter and salad dressing.
• I bake, broil, grill, microwave meats, fish, and poultry.
• I drink more water or fruit juice.
• I drink 1% or skim milk.
• I will try to do the following habits this week: