Health Wise

you are not well.....let's get well
If you are well.....let's stay well

Some tips on what to do to become well and stay well by addressing some of the areas of your life.

If you are suffering from any chronic ailments, have them monitored regularly - if chronic illness should appear, seek medical advice promptly.

To stay well do the following:

exercise three times per week
encourage the production of endorphins, released when laughing
rest and sleep adequately and restfully
eat healthily:
- cut down on salt and fat
- eat more roughage, fresh fruit and vegetables
- eat three meals a day
- drink eight glasses of water per day
have your annual flu vaccination
do monthly self-examinations eg breast, testicles
yearly medical check-ups
minimise secondary tobacco smoke
use alcohol within limits
stay away from drugs
always wear a seat belt
drive within the speed limit

enjoy life!
do enjoyable things - walk along the beach, work in the garden, visit friends.
seek solutions to problems.
give meaning to life by getting involved with community projects and helping others.
allow others to help you.
learn from your mistakes express feelings of anger, guilt and worries.