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=**Welcome to the Healthy Habits Wiki page** = ==

**Healthy habits like [|properly washing your hands]or knowing[| how to properly sneeze]will not only help fight the spread the cold and flu virus but help us to not spread germs to other people as well. Having healthy eating habits should start at a young age. By watching your sugar intake, eating healthy and having balanced nutrition many illnesses like high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some types of cancer can be prevented.**

**Healthy eating habits include: Eating regular meals that consist of moderate portions. It is important to reduce but don't eliminate certain foods, most people enjoy eating for pleasure and that is ok. Eat a variety of nutrient-rich foods such as; whole-grain products, fruits, vegetables, dairy, poultry, meat and fish. It's very important to maintain a healthy weight that’s right for your body.**

**Being over weight or being too thin can increases your chances for developing health problems. It is important to exercise regularly to maintain a BMI and healthy weight, help prevents diseases, improves stamina, promotes flexibility and control your weight. But too much exercise can give you sore muscles and increase the risk of injury. So when it comes to being healthy have a balanced life style is the key.**