Step 1

Have a balanced diet

The human body needs a balanced diet to work properly. Good health involves drinking enough water and eating the right amount of foods from the different food groups:

Carbohydrates

They give us energy. They are found in foods such as bread, potatoes and pasta.

Proteins

They help our bodies to repair themselves. They are found in foods such as fish, meat, nuts, seeds, eggs and cheese.

Fats

They help store energy for our bodies. They are found in foods such as butter, cheese and fried foods.

Fibre

It is important for helping us digest our foods. It’s found in fruit and vegetables.

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Step 2

Do not have drugs when you don't need to. Having too much drugs can make you unwell.

Step 3

Have plenty of sleep, exercise and a good diet.

It’s important to eat a varied and balanced diet to stay healthy. You need to drink plenty of water and eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables every day.

You also need to make sure you exercise regularly

to keep your heart, lungs and muscles strong and healthy.

It’s also important to get plenty of sleep to make sure your body has time to recover and recharge.