Your health is one of your
most valuable assets
Being healthy should be a goal in itself, but it’s not always easy when you have so many other obligations to meet and tasks to accomplish. Seems like there is always something else that needs to be done. But taking care of your health is important. You become your own greatest treasure as you learn to take care of yourself in order to become the best healthiest you!
Tips to keep you healthy for life
- Don’t smoke. For help on how to quit smoking, visit www.4woman.gov/quitsmoking.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Move more. Try to get at least 30 minutes of exercise as many days as you can.
- Eat a variety of foods for a healthy diet.
- Get enough calcium and vitamin D every day.
- Drink alcohol in moderation. Learn the signs of alcohol misuse at www.familydoctor.org; get help at www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/links/help.aspx.
- Don’t use illegal drugs or misuse medication.
- Talk to your health care provider about any health concerns or issues you may have.
- Get routine exams and screenings. Check out www.womenshealth.gov for the most recent recommendations.
- Make sure you get all necessary vaccinations.
- Make some time for yourself; try to reduce the amount of stress in your life.
- Sleep well. Try to get seven to nine hours of sleep every night.
- Apply sunscreen every day and avoid the sun during midday when its rays are strongest.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Wear a seatbelt and drive safely.
- Take a multivitamin with 400 mcg of folic acid every day!
Click on the links below for more healthy lifestyle tips:
Remember that everyone is different; you may experience health changes or concerns at different times than other women your age. If you can’t find the information you need within your age group, please check out other women’s health sections.
Already pregnant? Whether it’s your first, last or somewhere in between, we can help. Check out our pregnancy health tips for more information.
Planning a pregnancy? Staying healthy now will help ensure a healthy pregnancy and a beautiful baby. Check out our pregnancy planning tips for more information.
Not thinking about having a baby anytime soon? Be sure to practice safe sex if you are sexually active. Remember that 50% of pregnancies are unplanned. Even if you’re not ready, your body is...so take care of it now.
Contact the NC Family Health Resource Line at 1-800-367-2229 if you have any questions about your health. The NC Family Health Resource Line is for anyone in North Carolina who has questions about having a healthy pregnancy or raising happy, healthy children and teens.
This web site is designed for informational use only; it is not designed to give advice or cure or treat any medical condition you may have. If you have any questions about your health, please contact your health care provider. If you need immediate medical attention, please call 911.
