52. “It is health that is real wealth, and not pieces of gold and silver.” -Gandhi
53. “So many people spend their health gaining wealth, and then have to spend their wealth to regain their health.” -Materi
54. “A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.” -Spanish Proverb
Editor's Notes
It is important to develop the necessary knowledge and skills regarding healthy choices in order to make wise decisions.
Six Risk Behaviors that account for most of the deaths and disability among young people under age 24.CDC= Centers for Disease Control and PreventionSexual Behaviors that may result in HIV infections, other sexually transmitted diseases, and unintended pregnancies.
What is unique about lifestyle factors?? They are all choices we make!!!Taking the stairs vs. elevator, choosing low-fat vs. whole milk, drinking water vs. soda, drinking lots of water every day, being optimistic, eating whole grains, burger king vs. subway, read a book vs. watch tv, limit tv watching, live in the city vs. country, video games, sugar gum vs. sugarfree, apple or potato chips, stress-reduction exercises, follow prescription medication directions, good hygiene, education