Get inEating and Game the Physical Activity Tips for Healthy
With all of life’s commitments, it is easy to let your health and fitness slide. Below are a few tips on how you can get on track with healthy habits. Chances are, you will realize it is not as hard as you think.
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Try to avoid eating too many calories by keeping portion sizes under control. Sneak in fruits and vegetables by adding berries to your cereal or crunchy vegetables to your sandwich. Cut down on sugary sodas, sports drinks, and juices by drinking water and other low-calorie drinks. Alcohol can also be a major source of hidden calories.
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Try to do at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, like brisk walking, on most days of the week. To lose weight, aim for at least 60 minutes of moderate- to vigorousintensity exercise on most days of the week. Try jogging or playing a fastpaced sport.
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Weight-control Information Network: 1 WIN Way Bethesda, MD 20892-3665 Toll-free Number: 1-877-946-4627 E-mail: WIN@info.niddk.nih.gov Internet: http://www.win.niddk.nih.gov
NIH Publication No. 06-5578