NEWSTART: 8 Simple Health Secrets

Better habits, better life

NEWSTART teaches 8 easy habits for better health. These habits help prevent sickness, give you more energy, and help your mind and body feel better.

8 Healthy Habits

Nutrition

Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Choose fresh food. Eat less sugar and fried food. Enjoy meals with family and friends.

Tip: Plan simple meals and shop fresh. Pack healthy snacks for trips.

Did you know? Eating fruits and vegetables may lower heart disease risk by about 30%.

Source: CDC – Heart Disease Prevention

Exercise

Move your body every day. Walk, stretch, garden, or dance. Exercise helps your heart, muscles, and mood.

Tip: Park farther away. Use stairs. Dance while cleaning.

Did you know? Walking 30 minutes daily can lower depression risk by 26%.

Source: Harvard Health – Exercise and Depression

Water

Drink clean water every day. Water helps your blood, skin, and organs work well. Drink water instead of soda.

Tip: Carry a water bottle. Drink a glass first thing in the morning. Add lemon or mint.

Did you know? Drinking enough water can boost brain function and energy by about 14%.

Source: PubMed – Hydration and Cognition

Sunshine

Spend 15–30 minutes in sunlight daily. Sunshine gives vitamin D and helps you feel happy.

Tip: Take a short walk outside. Open curtains for daylight. Eat lunch outside if possible.

Did you know? Over 1 billion people worldwide are low in vitamin D.

Source: Cleveland Clinic – Vitamin D Deficiency

Temperance

Use balance in life. Avoid tobacco, alcohol, and harmful drugs. Use good things wisely: eat well, rest, work, and relax.

Tip: Do not overeat. Take time to chew slowly. Limit caffeine and sweets.

Did you know? Quitting smoking cuts heart disease risk by half within one year.

Source: MedlinePlus – Quit Smoking

Air

Get fresh air often. Open windows when you can. Spend time outside in nature. Breathe deeply.

Tip: Use houseplants for cleaner air. Avoid strong chemical smells indoors.

Did you know? Indoor air can be 2–5 times more polluted than outdoor air.

Source: EPA – Indoor Air Quality

Rest

Sleep 7–8 hours every night. Sleep heals your body and clears your mind. Take short breaks during busy days.

Tip: Keep a sleep schedule. Turn off screens one hour before bed. Make your room dark and quiet.

Did you know? Sleeping 7–8 hours supports a long life and strong immunity.

Source: Mayo Clinic – Healthy Sleep

Trust

Stay positive. Manage stress with calm thoughts and good support. Talk with family and friends. Relax and stay hopeful. Trust in God. He loves you and wants to carry you through every challenge.

Tip: Write down what you are thankful for. Take deep breaths when stressed. Spend time with supportive people.

Did you know? Positive thinking may add 11–15% more years to your life.

Source: Mayo Clinic – Positive Thinking