The path to better health.

The concept of health can be divided into different categories. You can talk about physical, mental, emotional and behavioral health. Anyone can take certain actions to stay healthy in these areas.

Physical health: taking care of our body
Exercise regularly. Teens should be physically active for at least 60 minutes a day.
Follow a healthy diet. Having a healthy diet is an important part of your growth and development. You should eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, different sources of protein, and low-fat dairy.
Keep a healthy weight. Obese children and adolescents are more likely to be obese in adulthood. They are also at increased risk for other chronic illnesses, depression, and bullying at school.
Get enough sleep. Most teens need 9 to 9 1/2 hours of sleep a night. Many only sleep an average of 7 hours. Sleep has a strong effect on concentration ability and school performance.
Comply with vaccines. It is important to get a flu shot every year. If you don't have the HPV vaccine yet, ask your parents and doctor about it. This vaccine can prevent HPV and other cancers, such as cervical cancer.
Brush your teeth and floss. If it becomes a habit now, you can prevent dental and gingival problems in adulthood.
Use sunscreen. Sunburn in childhood or adolescence, even once, increases the risk of developing skin cancer in adulthood.
Do not listen to loud music. This can damage hearing for the rest of life.
Mental health: taking care of our mind
Learn ways to manage stress. You can't avoid stress, so you have to learn how to manage it. This will help you stay calm and be able to act in stressful situations.
Study and do well in school. There is a strong link between health and academic success.
Try to maintain a good relationship with parents. Remember that they want the best for you. Try to analyze the rules that are imposed on you.
Create a good balance between school, work and social life.
Do not try to cover too much. Limit your activities to the most important ones and dedicate yourself fully to them. Pushing yourself too hard can lead to stress, frustration, or exhaustion.
Emotional health: taking care of our feelings
Know the signs of mental illness. These are as follows:
anxiety
depression
excessive tiredness
loss of self-esteem
loss of interest in things that previously interested you
loss of appetite
weight gain or loss
strange changes in personality.
Pay attention to mood and feelings. Don't assume that your negative feelings or thoughts are part of adolescence. If you are concerned about something, get help.
Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. If you cannot speak to your parents, speak to a nearby teacher or a school counselor. Find an adult you can trust. If you feel very sad or think about hurting yourself, ask for help right away.
Accept yourself. If you have low self-esteem or problems with your body image, talk to someone about it. Even talking to a friend can be helpful.
Do not harass other people. And if you are harassed, talk to your parents, teachers, or other adults. This includes harassment online or over the phone.