The four key principles of a healthy lifestyle are simple and straightforward:

• Physical Activity ~ Be physically active every day
• The Surgeon General states that, "Regular physical activity that is performed on most days of the week reduces the risk of developing or dying from some of the leading causes of illness and death in the United States."

• Nutrition ~ Eat a nutritious diet
• Eating a nutritious diet promotes health and reduces the risk of death or disability from chronic disease. But, once again, there seems to be a gap between the dietary recommendations and what we eat on a daily basis.

• Prevention ~ Get preventative medical screening
• Medical screenings can protect you and your family from many preventable diseases. For example, hypertension (high blood pressure) is an important risk factor for heart disease. But unless you get screened for hypertension, you won't be aware of the extra risk you're living with - that why it is called "the silent killer".

• Healthy Choices ~ Avoid risky behaviors
• Don't Use Tobacco Products
• Mange Your Stress Well
• Avoid Excessive Alcohol Consumption
• Practice Safe Driving Habits
• Avoid Drug Use and Misuse
• Practice Safe Sexual Behavior