Six Steps to a Healthier Family
Of all the things you might do as a family, pursuing a healthier lifestyle could have the greatest long-term impact. Not only will it help you improve your family’s health today, but it also could help to establish positive physical and mental health habits that shape your children’s lives forever. But how do you do it? A few small steps can make a big difference.
Be smart about food. Poor nutrition has an effect on health, performance at school and work, sleep, ability to engage in fun, and so much more. So get smart: Plan nutritious meals, manage portions, eat fresh food more and eat out less.
Be proactive about healthcare. Don’t wait until you need a doctor to see one or until you’re sick to get chronic conditions cared for. Get annual check-ups and regular preventive care for everyone in the family.
Get physical. You don’t have to work out like a pro athlete to get healthier. Just get more active.
Turn it off. Smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs… they’re great for a lot of things, but not for family health. Reduce their use and increase overall health.
Be together. Make time to eat meals together, go on walks, visit a museum … whatever … just do it together.
Have a heart. Thank, forgive, applaud, support, hug, comfort … all of those things you do with your heart, do for each other, and you’ll all be healthier as a result.
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