Your body changes as you grow older. Just like you have goals for school or sports, it’s good to set health goals for each stage of your life. We made a plan to help you do that. Fast food might be quick and easy, but it doesn’t give your body what it needs to stay strong. Learn to cook simple healthy meals with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Check food labels if you buy packaged foods, so you know what’s inside.

HPV is a virus that’s common among teens and young adults. Some types of HPV can cause cancer or warts. Getting a special shot called the HPV vaccine can help protect you. You can get this shot until you are 26 years old. After you turn 21, visit the doctor for a Pap test every three years. It might feel a little awkward, but it helps find early signs of cervical cancer before it becomes serious.

This makes the tips easier to understand and more friendly for a child. Use these simple ideas to stay healthy no matter how old you are. Tanning beds are like fake sunlight and can be very bad for your skin. Using them can cause a serious skin cancer called melanoma. It’s much safer to avoid them and instead enjoy the sun with protection.

Smoking is very bad because it can cause lung cancer and other health problems. It also makes it harder for women to have healthy pregnancies. If you smoke, try to stop. Many women want to quit and can get help. If you’re pregnant or have a baby, don’t start smoking again. Nicotine can pass to your baby through breast milk and secondhand smoke can hurt your child.