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Medical Corner TIPS FOR

HEAL THY L I VING

• Balanced Diet: Eat a variety of foods to ensure you
get all the nutrients your body needs. Include plenty
of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins in
SCREEN HEAL THY • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the
your diet.
L I VING

TIME day to keep your body hydrated and functioning prop-
erly.

• Regular Exercise: Aim for at least 150 minutes of mod-
erate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walk-
ing, cycling, or swimming.

• Get Plenty of Sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night
n today’s digital age, screens are every-
to allow your body to rest and recharge.
where, making our lives more convenient
The UK’s Chief Medical
I and connected. However, it’s important to • Manage Stress: Practise stress-reducing techniques
balance screen time and healthy living. Exces- such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga to help
sive screen time can cause eye strain, head- Officers recommend manage stress levels.

aches, and disrupted sleep patterns. Prolonged children and young
sitting with screens can lead to a sedentary • Practise Good Hygiene: Wash your hands regularly,
people aged 5 to 18 brush and floss your teeth, and shower daily to prevent
lifestyle, increasing the risk of obesity and oth-
er health issues. illness and maintain overall health.
spend no more than 2

To find balance, set limits on screen time. The • Stay Socially Connected: Maintain relationships with
UK’s Chief Medical Officers recommend chil- hours a day on screens friends and family to promote mental and emotional
dren and young people aged 5 to 18 spend no for leisure. well-being.
more than 2 hours a day on screens for leisure.

Take regular breaks every 20 minutes to re-
• Avoid Harmful Substances: Avoid smoking, excessive
duce eye strain and remember to blink to keep
alcohol consumption, and recreational drug use to
your eyes moist. physical and mental health. Choose ed-
protect your health.
ucational and positive media, and avoid
Balance screen time with outdoor activities, ex- screens before bedtime to ensure better
• Regular Health Check-ups: Visit your doctor regular-
ercise, and non-screen hobbies to benefit both sleep.Strive for a healthy balance in your Nurse Oluwadamilola
ly for check-ups and screenings to detect any health
digital life!
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