10 TIPS ON HOW TO STAY HEALTHY

1. Eat a Nutritious Breakfast
After a long nights sleep it is important to refuel. It will help you do better in you daily routine. Some ideas for quick, healthy breakfast: Peanut butter on toasted whole-grain bread, Yogurt with fruit, Cheese slices on toast, and Fruit on cereals.

 

2. Eat a variety of foods.
Your body needs nutrients and many different vitamins and minerals from a variety of foods. Balancing food choices from the Food Guide Pyramid and checking nutrition labels will help you to get the nutrients you need.

3. Get moving
Walk, bike or jog when going somewhere. Climb stairs instead of taking an escalator. Try to do something active for a total of 30 minutes every day.

4. Participate in activities you enjoy.
Always start with warm-ups to get the muscles going. Join your friend for 20 minutes of an aerobic or poco-poco activity followed by activities that will make you stronger like push-ups or sit-ups.

5. Choose healthy snacks.
It is wise to choose snacks from different food groups. Some choices would be: graham crackers, an apple or celery sticks with peanut butter and raisins.

6. Include whole grains and fiber in your diet.
Try breads such as whole-wheat, bagels and pita. Spaghetti and oatmeal are also good choices.

7. Participate in physical activities.
This would include physical education and sports. It will make you feel good about yourself.

8. Drink plenty of water.
Your body is 65% water. That shows how important water is to your body. Make sure you drink a total of 8 glasses of water each day. That can inlcude the water from foods such as fruits.

9. Include others in your activities.
Walk or workout with a friend.

10. Having FUN is important.

Stay cool and keep on smiling