1. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Wellness and You

2. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Session Objectives You will be able to: Define wellness and recognize its benefits Identify the six basic requirements of a healthy life Take proper precautions to prevent illness Live a healthier life

3. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Things you need to do to stay healthy: Avoid getting sick Make wise decisions about your health Replace bad habits with good ones Make wellness a way of life What Is Wellness?

4. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 A focus on wellness helps you: Prevent illness and disease Reduce medical bills Feel more energetic Look better Live a longer, happier life Why Is It an Important Issue in Your Life?

5. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Six Basic Requirements For a Healthy Life Proper nutrition Regular physical activity Enough rest Preventive health care Positive attitude Sense of balance

6. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Nutrition A healthy diet contains: Fruits and vegetables Whole grains Fat-free or low-fat milk products Protein in meat, fish, poultry, beans, eggs A healthy diet is low in: Bad fats, cholesterol, salt, and added sugar

7. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Nutrition (cont.) Proper nutrition helps you: Reduce the risk of disease Maintain a healthy weight Be more energetic Look better

8. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Exercise Regular physical activity is essential To get enough exercise takes an extra effort Pick an activity you enjoy Exercise at least several times a week

9. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Sleep Develop a routine Go to bed and wake up at the same time Create an atmosphere that helps you sleep Watch what you eat and drink before bed Get treatment for persistent problems Use sleeping pills only as directed

10. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Preventive Health Care General physical exams Eye care Dental care Hearing care

11. Attitude and Balance Attitude affects both your physical and emotional health Maintain a positive attitude A well-balanced life promotes wellness Balance work, family, social life, and your individual needs © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408

12. Smoking Smoking is a major cause of serious disease Stop smoking Reduce your risk of illness Feel better Have more energy Breathe easier Have more money Millions have quit — you can, too

13. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Alcohol and Drugs Drink in moderation Follow doctor’s orders when taking prescription medications Be careful with over-the-counter drugs Choose not to use illegal drugs

14. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Steps to a Healthier Life: Q&A What are the benefits of wellness? A focus on wellness helps you prevent illness and disease, reduce medical bills, feel more energetic, look better, and live a longer, happier life What are the six basic requirements of a healthy life? Proper nutrition, regular physical activity, enough rest, preventive health care, a positive attitude, and a sense of balance Q. A.

15. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Steps to a Healthier Life Do you understand: What wellness is and why it is important? Six requirements of a healthy life? How smoking and substance abuse are harmful to your health?

16. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Heart Disease Know your family’s heart disease history Eat foods low in cholesterol and fat Exercise and maintain a healthy weight Don’t smoke, and use alcohol in moderation Get regular checkups

17. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 High Blood Pressure Reduce sodium intake Maintain a healthy diet and weight Exercise regularly Limit caffeine and alcohol consumption Don’t smoke Get your blood pressure checked regularly

18. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Cancer Don’t smoke or use any form of tobacco Use sunscreen Maintain a healthy weight Eat vegetables, fruits, and low-fat foods Exercise regularly Get regular checkups to screen for cancer

19. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Identify what causes your stress Try to avoid small annoyances Maintain a sense of humor Plan ahead Stress

20. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Share your problems Know your limits and set boundaries Know what you can control and what you can’t Set aside time to relax and try to get enough sleep Stress (cont.)

21. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Depression Symptoms of depression include: Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness Loss of interest or pleasure in life Less energy, difficulty concentrating, and changes in sleeping and eating patterns

22. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Diabetes Watch for symptoms Maintain a healthy weight Eat nutritious food Get plenty of exercise Have regular blood tests to check blood sugar levels

23. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Back Injuries: Causes Being out of shape Incorrect lifting Being overweight Sudden twisting Bending too far forward or backward without proper support Strain from poor sitting or standing posture

24. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Back Injuries: Prevention Exercise regularly to gain strength and flexibility Lift with your legs, not your back Maintain a healthy weight Avoid overreaching, twisting, or sudden moves Support your back when you bend Maintain proper posture

25. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Illness Prevention: True or False Exercising and maintaining a healthy weight are two keys to wellness. There’s nothing you can do about stress except learn to live with it. One of the best ways to prevent back injuries is to exercise regularly. Heredity has nothing to do with most diseases.

26. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Do you understand: How to prevent heart disease and high blood pressure? How to lower your risk of getting cancer? How to manage stress? Symptoms of depression and diabetes? Causes and prevention of back injuries? Illness Prevention

27. © BLR ® —Business & Legal Resources 1408 Key Points to Remember Wellness involves a healthy attitude and a healthy lifestyle Living a fit and healthy life will make you feel better, look better, perform better, and live longer It’s never too late to change bad habits and start making healthy choices