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Health applies to the body and the mind, and it's important that teenagers look after both as they grow into adults. This range of resources will help you create a happy and healthy lifestyle.

General diet and exercise

A healthy diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle - eating healthily means your body gets all the nutrients and energy it needs. It's easy to do and combined with regular exercise will set you up for a long and healthy life.

Diet and healthy cooking

See the Pulse guide to cooking, and our range of cooking websites.
Fast and healthy food - guide from Christchurch City Libraries
Choosing a better diet - guide from Christchurch City Libraries
Diet and Nutrition on the web Links to websites chosen by us for you on healthy lifestyle topics.
Magazine and newspaper articles on healthy living Lots of magazine and newspaper articles have been written on healthy lifestyle topics. Search these databases to find articles on your health topic.
Healthy drinks - guide from Christchurch City Libraries.

Exercise and fitness

CINCH, the library's community information directory, lists local fitness classes and info, sports and recreation opportunities, health and many other local health related groups and activities.
Keeping fit in Canterbury Links to information on local gyms, pilates and yoga classes and many other activities to keep you fit in Canterbury.
Sports and fitness on the web Links to websites chosen by us for you on healthy lifestyle topics.
Active Canterbury - everything you need to get active!

Health and sickness

November 2008

Disclaimer

Our health pages provide access to information not advice.
We aim to provide access to current, accurate health information, however we do not assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in published sources and have no control over the conduct of the companies or organisations operating the web sites we link to. For diagnosis, treatment and medication advice you should always consult a health practitioner.
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