Top 3 Causes of Death

• Heart Disease
• Cancer
• Stroke

Prevention is Key

• Reduce cholesterol
• Reduce blood pressure
• Tobacco increases risk with all diseases
• Wellness- is becoming aware of making better lifestyle choices

-Physical

-Social

-Intellectual

-Emotional

-Spiritual

• Increase awareness-read, TV, Facebook, Instagram
• Support for healthy behaviors- Places to exercise, Walk app, gym
• Supportive relationships-Buddy system, family, friends, co-workers
• Contemplation-when we see other’s suffer from consequences of unhealthy lifestyle
• Commitment to change
• Rewards- A trip? New clothes?
• Substitute negative behavior for a negative one
• What could be some of your motivators to change? Improving self image or reducing stress.
• Preparation to take action! Record your own behavior, create journals, record activity level, and take time to analyze it.
• Set goals that are realistic, quantitative, believe in yourself
• Create a plan for food & exercise
• Make a personal contract with yourself-goals, benefits, strategies for change

*These statements are not meant to diagnose or treat. You should consult your health care provider before starting any new diet, exercise, or supplement.