A complete guide to a healthy lifestyle for students

In the new semester after the winter vacation, students should adjust their living habits in time and cultivate a healthy lifestyle. By reducing the time spent on electronic screens, eating a healthy diet, increasing exercise, and maintaining a good attitude, they can better meet the challenges of the new semester and maintain physical and mental health. Students should establish a health awareness and consciously develop good living habits to lay a solid foundation for their health and growth.

Prevent myopia and protect bright eyes

Long-term use of electronic devices can easily lead to eye fatigue and myopia. In order to prevent myopia, we need to adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent the occurrence of myopia.

Control the use of electronic screens. Try to reduce the time spent looking at electronic screens, such as mobile phones and computers. Read more paper books and arrange study and entertainment time properly.

Increase outdoor activities and physical exercise. Do more outdoor activities, such as walking, running, cycling, etc., to give your eyes a good rest and a chance to look into the distance. Physical exercise can also help improve blood circulation and is good for eye health.

Pay attention to ambient lighting. Make sure your study and living environment has appropriate lighting, and avoid reading or using electronic devices in dim or strong light.

Have regular eye examinations. Have an eye examination at least once every semester to detect and treat myopia in a timely manner. If you have been diagnosed with myopia, you should get glasses regularly to ensure your vision is corrected.

Control your weight and avoid nutritional imbalances

Irregular diet and lack of exercise can easily lead to weight gain in students, which in turn leads to overweight and obesity. Excessive dietary control may lead to malnutrition. Therefore, we must adjust and maintain a healthy lifestyle as soon as possible to prevent overweight, obesity or malnutrition.

Pay attention to a proper diet. Reduce the intake of high-calorie, high-fat foods, ensure the intake of high-quality protein, vegetables, fruits and whole grains, control the total calories and avoid overeating.

Increase the amount of exercise. Do at least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every day, such as brisk walking, running, swimming, etc. You can choose your favorite exercise, stick to it, and make exercise a part of your life.

Keep a regular schedule. Maintaining a regular schedule and avoiding staying up late and lack of sleep can help regulate your body's metabolism and reduce the risk of weight gain.

Pay attention to your posture and protect your spine

Maintaining a correct posture is the key to maintaining spinal health. We need to:

Strengthen exercise and outdoor activities. Participate in various types of physical exercise to strengthen muscle strength. At the same time, participate in outdoor activities frequently to give your body a comprehensive exercise.

Pay attention to your daily posture and maintain a healthy body shape. Whether in study or life, you should maintain the correct sitting, standing and walking posture. Avoid lowering your head, bending over or twisting your body for a long time.

Take regular breaks. Staying in the same position for long periods of time can lead to muscle fatigue and increased spinal stress. Get up and move around regularly, and do some stretching exercises to relieve muscle tension.

Pay attention to mental health and cultivate a positive attitude

Excessive study pressure and strained interpersonal relationships can have a negative impact on students' mental health. In order to maintain mental health, we need to do the following:

Maintain a positive attitude. Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, face difficulties bravely and seek solutions. You can try psychological suggestion or self-motivation to enhance your self-confidence and coping ability.

Strengthen communication. Maintain good communication with family, friends and teachers, share your feelings and confusion, and seek support and help. You can often meet with family or friends to share each other's life and learning experiences.

Develop hobbies. Participate in activities or clubs that interest you and develop your hobbies. This can divert your attention, reduce study pressure, and increase happiness and satisfaction.

Actively seek professional help. If you feel depressed or anxious, you can seek psychological counseling or professional help in time. A psychological counselor or psychologist will provide professional guidance and help to help us get out of trouble.

Source: China Centers for Disease Control and Prevention