From Deseret News archives:
What you can do
Be aware
Many of us fall into unhealthful "patterns of living." Start thinking about your health and your habits by asking yourself the following questions:
What are some barriers that keep you from being healthy? Can you change at least one pattern or habit?
How does your daily diet stack up? Know what your average daily calorie intake should be to maintain a healthy weight. Go to www.mypyramid.gov for personalized dietary recommendations.
Do you know what the recommendations are for physical activity? The U.S. surgeon general suggests 30 minutes or more of moderate-intensity activity daily. It's easier than you think. Check www.hearthighway.org/guidelines.html#adults for more information.
Do you know what your "body mass index" is? Go to www.checkyourhealth.org/bmi_calc.htm to compute your own BMI.
Be active, eat wisely
Here are a few suggestions:
Keep a pair of walking shoes at work and go for walks on your breaks or lunch; 10-15 minutes of physical activity at a time can yield health benefits.
Take the stairs whenever you can.
Walk while doing errands. Look at www.utahwalks.org to find out more about the benefits of walking.
Make family time active time. Enjoy an afternoon bike ride with your kids.
Control portion sizes. Go to www.checkyourhealth.org/nutrition/portiondistortion/pd_facts.htm to find out how portion sizes have grown over the past 20 years.
Watch out for liquid calories limit soda consumption.
Exercise or stretch while watching TV.
Keep "screen time" (TV, computer games, videos) to a minimum no more than two hours per day.
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