Healthy Resources:
A Hard-Won Habit
Wellness is a hard-won habit, physical activity is important, and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle begins with simple steps.
The end result of our work will NEED to be a population of physically active young people centered on prevention, routinely conscious of diet and nutrition whose healthy choices add years and quality to their daily lives. The end result will be a nationwide culture of wellness.
It is a culture which we can create. Once we do, Americans will benefit for decades to come.
– Former U.S. Surgeon General Steven Galson, M.D.
Live Healthy
Being physically active is the most important step to take in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but there's more you can do to get the most out of a healthy life.
A healthy diet can go a long way in helping to manage your weight and provide your body with the necessary nutrients and fuel. People who eat a healthy, well-balanced diet of whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables and lean protein also are less likely to develop many lifestyle-related conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
There are several numbers that can give you a good idea of just how healthy you are. Your cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and BMI can be strong indicators of your current health, as well as predictors of your future health. That is why an annual wellness visit with your healthcare provider is crucial to help you be healthy and stay healthy.
Tobacco use and secondhand smoke are among the leading causes of chronic illnesses and premature death and can be easily prevented by choosing to be smoke-free. If you smoke or use tobacco, quitting now can give you immediate benefits and help you live a longer, healthier life. Choose to be healthy. Choose to be smoke-free. For more information, visit the "be smoke-free" section of www.bcbsms.com.
