The 50 healthiest habits and lifestyle changes
By: Myrna Chandler Goldstein and Mark Allan Goldstein, MD
Contributors: Goldstein, Mark A. (Mark Allan), 1947- author
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 303
ISBN-13: 9781440834714
Subjects: Health promotion; Health behavior; Nutrition
Other titles: Fifty healthiest habits and lifestyle changes
Description: This book summarizes the findings of scientific research studies to provide readers with straightforward information on a wide variety of healthy habits and the factors that may make them difficult to follow.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Forming and reforming habits; title: Food and healthy eating:; title: Avoid unhealthy diets and weight-loss methods; title: Don't skip breakfast; title: Drink sufficient water; title: Eat meals as a family as often as possible; title: Eat more local foods; title: Eat organically grown foods when possible, especially for certain foods; title: Eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables; title: Eliminate or greatly reduce the trans fats in your diet; title: Incorporate healthier snacks into your diet; title: Limit fast food intake; title: Limit the intake of caffeine and energy drinks; title: Limit processed food; title: Limit sodium and salt intake; title: Read food labels; title: Reduce your intake of refined sugar; title: Exercise and physical activity:; title: Make time for frequent exercise; title: Participate in group sports; title: Walk or bike instead of driving whenever possible; title: Medical care and avoiding medical issues:; title: Don't use antibiotics unless necessary; title: Get vaccinated for conditions that affect teens; title: Maintain good bone density; title: Practice excellent home dental care; title: Prevent Vitamin D deficiency; title: Protect your hearing; title: Take care of your feet; title: Safety:; title: Don't text while driving; title: Learn ways to prevent violence; title: Prevent sports injuries; title: Use protective gear; title: Use seatbelts; title: Mental, emotional, and social health:; title: Build social connections and friendships with peers; title: Build your resilience; title: Don't become a bully; title: Improve self-esteem; title: Maintain a healthy body image; title: Practice mindfulness; title: Sex and dating:; title: Get screened for STIs; title: Get vaccinated for HPV (Human Papillomavirus); title: Cultivate healthy dating relationships; title: Practice safer sex; title: Use emergency contraception when necessary; title: Other lifestyle choices:; title: Avoid electronic cigarettes; title: Avoid indoor tanning beds; title: Get enough sleep; title: Improve health literacy skills; title: Learn more about Internet addiction; title: Limit exposure to electromagnetic fields; title: Limit screen time; title: Reduce stress; title: Use sunscreen.