To eat extra veggies, relax more, smoke that last cigarette, see a dentist . . . We all strive to adopt changes that can add to our health, safety and well-being. How successful have you been with your health goals this year? Assess your progress.
- I stay within 10 pounds of my healthiest weight.
- I have established and follow a schedule for routine screening and exams with my health care provider.
- I usually get 7-8 hours of sleep a day.
- I accumulate 30-60 minutes of exercise most days of the week.
- I eat at least 5 servings of fruit and vegetables a day.
- I limit foods high in saturated fat (e.g., fatty cuts of red meat, full-fat dairy and butter) to 2 servings a week.
- I buckle my seat belt for every trip.
- I don't smoke.
- I avoid alcohol or limit intake to one drink a day (for women) or two a day (for men).
- I never drive after drinking alcohol.
- I floss my teeth every day.
- I have at least one dental check per year.
- I learn what I can about protecting my health.
Pursuing a positive lifestyle is a quest that can improve how you feel right now and for months and years to come. Get ready to set your goals and develop a plan of action for the coming New Year.
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