Exercise, eat well, get enough sleep. You've heard it from your doctor, the surgeon general, your mom, and maybe even your kids, but you just don't have time to live by the book. You can't even keep track of the latest guidelines, let alone follow them. WebMD is here to help. In a two-part series, we lay out key recommendations for healthy living, followed by shortcuts to suit your busy lifestyle. First, the recommendations.

Guidelines for Healthy Living healthren.com

WebMD compiled this easy reference guide based on input from leaders in nutrition, dentistry, dermatology, mental health, and physical fitness. The guide outlines positive actions for improving and maintaining overall health. (It goes without saying that smokers should quit.)

Those are the guidelines. But don't fall into the trap of an all-or-nothing approach. You may have more success if you add one healthy habit at a time. Read on for specific suggestions in each category. healthren.com