Why we need Good for Life– facts and statistics

What is Good for Life

Good for Life is a community-based healthy lifestyle project in Simcoe County made up of partners who support, organize and advocate for initiatives that help local residents eat well, stay active, become smoke-free and check stress. These are lifestyle choices that will reduce the population’s risk of heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer. They will also help residents to feel good, have fun and enjoy life.

Find out more about the programs that will be supported by Good for Life in 2007.

Good for Life’s Four Key Messages

Eat well - You can't get away from it; you are what you eat. Eating healthy foods protects you from disease and keep you looking as good as you feel.

Keep active - When you get active it keeps your heart and body healthy. Even people with busy schedules can make time to get moving and enjoy life.

Be smoke free - Becoming smoke free is not easy, but it's not impossible! Become a non-smoker with a smoke-free home. Breathe easier and live well.

Check stress - Stress is no laughing matter, but laughing is a great way to relieve it. Find a balance to keep it in check. Relax, refresh, have fun.

How Good For Life fits in the provincial picture

More information

For more information about the healthy lifestyle project or becoming a partner call Good for Life Project Coordinator Julie Cloutier (705) 721-7520 or email Julie Cloutier.