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College Health:
How to Stay Healthy

 

Are there things that I can do to stay healthy?

Yes. You should be eating in a healthy way, exercising, and getting plenty of sleep.

 

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What should I know about nutrition and eating well?

Eating well is very important. For cooked foods, try to eat foods that are baked, steamed, or grilled, rather than fried. Instead of processed foods (like frozen dinners) and foods from fast-food places, eat fresh foods (like steamed vegetables and grilled chicken). Limit the amount of salt and junk food (candy, chips, fries, soft drinks) that you eat, and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables (at least 5 a day). You should drink 8-10 8oz. glasses of fluids a day.

 

What do I need to know about exercise?

Another important way to stay healthy and reduce stress is to get enough exercise. Many colleges have fitness centers that you can use, or you may want to join a gym near your school. Try to exercise 30-60 minutes, 5-6 days a week.

 

What do I need to know about getting enough rest?

There may be so much to do, academically and socially, once you get to college that you find that you are not getting enough sleep. The average amount of sleep a person needs is 8 hours. However, you may need more or less. If you are not getting enough sleep, you may:

So try to get enough sleep or you won't even be able to enjoy the activities that you are skipping sleep for.

 

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Written by the CYWH and YMH Staff at Children's Hospital Boston

 

Updated: 2/5/2008

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