7 Simple Ways to Be Healthier and Happier

1. Eat your fruits and vegetables. Admit it, mother was right. Fruits and vegetables are good for you. They contain nutrients which help fight illness and disease. They also give you energy to confront the stressors in life. Remember to eat fruits and vegetables from all color groups (tomatoes, broccoli, blueberries, etc.)
2. Sleep. Thats right, sleep.Teenagers need more sleep, about 9 hours on average.
3. Get some sunlight. Not only can sunlight add to your mood, but it supplies necessary vitamin D.Start out slow, about 5-10 minutes a day. Some experts recommend 10-15 minutes of sunshine 3 times a week.
4. Practice some form of relaxation exercises daily. This could be in the form of meditation, self-hypnosis, imagery, or just simply sitting quietly with your eyes closed and taking three deep breaths. Sitting outside and just looking at the clouds is a good idea, too. The point is to slow down.
5. Before going to bed at night write down all the good things that happened to you that day, or perhaps all the things youre grateful for in your life.
6. Take a walk. Walking can have a calming effect, as well as giving you needed exercise.
7. Remember to smile, even if you have to force it at first.