According to health and wellness experts, there are several healthy habits that teens are expected to embrace in 2025. Here are some key trends:
- Mental Health Focus
Teens are increasingly prioritizing their mental health. Mindfulness/mood tracking apps, online wellness communities, and traditional therapy are all gaining popularity.
- Balanced Social Media Use
Many teens are becoming more aware of the need to balance their screen time. They are self-policing their online habits to avoid overexposure. This includes setting boundaries for social media use and taking breaks to focus on offline activities.
- Physical Fitness
Teens are incorporating activities like yoga and stretching into their routines to improve flexibility and overall well-being. Strength training and mobility exercises are both trending. Home workouts are popular choices.
- Whole Foods
A whole-food diet that prioritizes plant foods and minimizes processed ingredients is becoming more popular among teens. This means eating more fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds, which provide essential nutrients and help maintain overall health.
- Protein
Even if getting strong isn’t a top priority, you’ve probably been hearing about how important protein is for your general health. Protein is important for your metabolism, your bones, and keeping your body full and satisfied. Just remember not to overdo it, especially when it comes to protein supplements. Try to eat more naturally protein-rich food like lean meats, eggs, fish, nuts, and legumes instead.
- Eat More Fiber
Nobody knows for sure why colorectal cancer numbers are rising in young people. Sedentary lifestyle, overweight and obesity, smoking, alcohol abuse, low -fiber and high-fat foods, diets high in processed meats, and other environmental factors have all been associated with the disease. Be sure to take in 25 grams of fiber a day to maintain a healthy colon.
- Sleep and Rest
Getting enough sleep and rest is crucial for teens’ physical and mental health. Teens are encouraged to establish a consistent sleep schedule and take regular breaks to recharge their energy.
- Social Connections
Spending time with loved ones and building supportive relationships is important for teens’ overall well-being. Teens are encouraged to engage in activities that foster meaningful connections to help reduce stress and improve overall happiness.
- School/Life Balance
Just as working professionals value work/life balance for personal fulfillment, students are also realizing the importance of balancing school activities with their personal lives from an early age.
- Mindfulness
Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help teens manage stress and improve their mental clarity. This can include activities like journaling, deep breathing exercises, and spending time in nature.
These habits are all aimed at promoting a holistic approach to health, encompassing both physical and mental well-being. Do any of these trends resonate with you?
Sources:
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https://newsroom.ucla.edu/stories/8-ucla-health-experts-offer-tips-for-a-healthy-2025
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https://www.parents.com/teen-trends-to-know-about-in-2025-8761027
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https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/colorectal-cancer-in-young-people
