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Public health guidelines give adults a clear weekly target. Here is what it means in practice and how to build up to it gradually.
Read more about How Much Exercise Do Adults Really Need Each Week?A simple way to think about meals: how much of your plate to give to vegetables, whole grains and protein, and what to limit.
Read more about A Plain-Language Guide to Building a Balanced PlateMost adults need around seven or more hours of sleep. These everyday habits can make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
Read more about Sleep Hygiene: Eight Habits That Support Better RestStress is a normal response to pressure, but long periods of it can affect body and mind. Here are practical steps and signs to watch for.
Read more about Understanding Everyday Stress and Practical Ways to Manage ItWalking is free, low-impact and easy to start. Learn how to fit more of it into your day and make it a lasting habit.
Read more about Walking for Health: Why Regular Steps MatterCrash diets rarely last. A look at gradual, sustainable approaches to a healthy weight and why weight is only one part of the picture.
Read more about Sensible Weight Management: What the Evidence SupportsMost people can get what they need from a varied diet, but some groups benefit from supplements. Here is how to decide and stay safe.
Read more about Do You Need a Multivitamin? How to Think About SupplementsServing sizes, sugars, salt and ingredient lists: a quick guide to what matters on a nutrition label and what is mostly marketing.
Read more about Reading Food Labels Without the ConfusionWhich screenings you need depends on age, sex, family history and local guidelines. Use this list to prepare for a conversation with your doctor.
Read more about Preventive Screenings: A General Checklist to Discuss With Your Doctor
