Take steps every day to live a safe and healthy life.

Eat healthy.

●Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains every day.
●Limit foods and drinks high in calories, sugar, salt, fat, and alcohol.
●Eat a balanced diet to help keep a healthy weight.

Be active.

●Be active for at least 2½ hours a week. Include activities that raise your breathing and heart rates and that strengthen your muscles.
●Help kids and teens be active for at least 1 hour a day. Include activities that raise their breathing and heart rates and that strengthen their muscles and bones.
●Physical activity helps to:
　　○Maintain weight
　　○Reduce high blood pressure
　　○Reduce risk for type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and several forms of cancer
　　○Reduce arthritis pain and associated disability
　　○Reduce risk for osteoporosis and falls
　　○Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety

Protect yourself and your family.

●Wear helmets, seat belts, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
●Wash hands to stop the spread of germs.
●Avoid smoking and breathing other people’s, or (second hand), smoke.
●Build safe and healthy relationships with family and friends.
●Be ready for emergencies. Gather emergency supplies. Make a plan. Be informed.

Manage stress.

●Balance work, home, and play.
●Get support from family and friends.
●Stay positive.
●Take time to relax.
●Get 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Make sure kids get more, based on their age.
●Get help or counseling if needed.

Get check-ups.

●Ask your doctor or nurse how you can lower your risk for health problems.
●Find out what exams, tests, and shots you need and when to get them.
●See your doctor or nurse for regular check-ups and as often as directed. Get seen if you feel sick, have pain, notice changes, or have problems with medicine.
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Check the original site for more detailed and useful information!
http://www.cdc.gov/family/tips/index.htm
Source: Department of Health and Human Services
Centers for Disease control and Prevention