4 steps to help you start a healthy lifestyle during the back to school season

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-02-27

People's Daily Online, Beijing, February 26 (Reporter Qiao Yeqiong) It is the beginning of the school season again, and the majority of primary and secondary school students have ended their holiday life and returned to campus to start a new learning journey. How can you start a healthy lifestyle in the back-to-school season? The National Bureau of Disease Control and Prevention issued relevant tips.

Prevent myopia and take care of bright eyes

Prolonged use of electronic devices can easily lead to eye strain and myopia. In order to prevent myopia, it is necessary to adopt a healthy lifestyle to prevent the occurrence of myopia.

First of all, control the use of electronic screens. Minimize the amount of time spent constantly looking at electronic screens, such as mobile phones, computers, etc. Read more paper books and arrange your study and entertainment time reasonably. Second, increase outdoor activities and physical activity. Engage in outdoor activities, such as walking, running, cycling, etc., to give your eyes plenty of rest and a chance to look into the distance. Physical activity also helps to improve blood circulation, which is good for eye health. Again, pay attention to ambient lighting. Ensure that the environment for learning and living is properly lit, and avoid reading or using electronic devices in dim or strong light. Finally, regular eye exams. Conduct an eye examination at least once a semester to detect and deal with myopia in a timely manner. If you have been diagnosed with myopia, you should have regular glasses to ensure that 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 can lead to nutritional deficiencies. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust and maintain a healthy lifestyle as soon as possible to prevent the occurrence of overweight, obesity or undernutrition.

First, pay attention to a reasonable diet. Reduce your intake of high-calorie, high-fat foods and ensure your intake of high-quality protein, vegetables, fruits, and whole grains while controlling total calories and avoiding overeating. The second is to increase the amount of exercise. Engage in at least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise every day, such as brisk walking, running, swimming, etc. You can choose the way you like to exercise, stick to it, and make exercise a part of your life. The third is regular work and rest. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule and avoiding staying up late and not getting enough sleep can help regulate your body's metabolism and reduce the risk of weight gain.

Pay attention to posture and protect the health of the spine

Maintaining proper posture is key to protecting the health of your spine. Do: Intensive exercise and outdoor activities. Participate in various physical exercises to strengthen your muscles. At the same time, participate in outdoor activities often to get a comprehensive exercise for the body; Pay attention to your daily posture and maintain a healthy posture. Whether in study or life, it is necessary to maintain a correct posture of sitting, standing and walking. Avoid bowing your head, bending over, or twisting your body for long periods of time; Take regular breaks. Holding the same position for long periods of time can easily lead to muscle fatigue and increased pressure on the spine. Get up and move often and do some stretching exercises to relieve muscle tension.

Pay attention to mental health and cultivate a sunny mindset

Excessive study stress and interpersonal tension can have a negative impact on students' mental health. In order to maintain mental health, you need to do it: maintain a positive mindset. Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, face difficulties bravely, and seek solutions. You can try to make psychological suggestion or self-motivation to enhance self-confidence and coping ability; Strengthen communication. Maintain good communication with family, friends, and teachers, share your feelings and confusions, and seek support and help. You can often get together with family or friends to share each other's life and learning experiences; Develop hobbies. Participate in activities or clubs that interest you and cultivate your own interests and hobbies, which can divert attention, reduce study pressure, and increase happiness and satisfaction; Take the initiative to seek professional help. If you feel depressed or anxious, you can seek psychological counseling or professional help in time. A counselor or psychologist will give professional guidance and help to help you get out of the situation.

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