Do’s and Don’ts…

...useful tips for a healthy lifestyle

3rd Gymnasium of Mytilene

Do: Sleep well and rest• Make sleep a priority.

• You'll have a lot more energy after getting at least eight hours of sleep.

• If you're sick, or just tired rest and refill your batteries. Don’t take your health for granted.

• Relaxation has a positive impact on your health. Rest when you need.

Don't: Skip breakfast• The first meal of the day is very important.

• Don't think you're controlling your weight by skipping breakfast.

• Children score better on tests and in school after having breakfast!

Do: Drink lots of water• The human body is comprised

of about 60 percent water. • Drink at least 8 glasses of

water every day. • Keep a reusable bottle of water

with you to drink whenever you feel thirsty.

• Be careful! Lack of water can lead to dehydration!

Don’t: Smoke or drink alcohol• Stay away from cigarettes and alcohol!

Stay away from lung cancer, heart diseases and liver diseases!

• Drinking one glass of wine occasionally is acceptable for adults.

• Overdrinking is dangerous because it can lead to blackouts, poor judgment, car accidents, neuropathy and more.

Do: Get some exercise• It’s a good idea to go to school

on foot or by bicycle.• Avoid sitting at a desk all day

and on the couch all evening!• An active body is a healthy

body!• Do activities you really enjoy.• Jogging, dancing or simply

walking can make a difference.

Don’t: Worry too much or get stressed

• Appreciate each moment as it happens.

• Too much anger, unnecessary worries or stress are no good.

• The past is already behind you…

Do: Smile often!

• Many studies have proved that smiling can really make your life much better.

• Smiling can change your whole attitude. It may also affect other people around you.

Don’t: Spend time with negative people…

• Spending time with someone negative eventually gets you down as well.

• Try to think and talk about the good things in life.

• It’s not easy to ignore the negativity… Walk away to focus on the positive.

Some more tips!

• Celebrate your success. In case you've done something notable, make yourself a good present.

• Think about interesting opportunities to learn something new.

• Brush and floss your teeth regularly!• Spend time with your friends and family

whenever you have the chance.• Don’t take medicine unless you are sure you

need it. • Don’t use a microwave!