Staying healthy

Staying healthy can be as easy as eating right, getting enough exercise and avoiding drugs, alcohol and cigarette smoke.

Fruit at market

Healthy eating

Having a healthy, balanced diet is important for everyone. Good nutrition helps keep the immune system strong and able to fight infection. Read more about Healthy eating

Recreational drugs

Recreational drugs and HIV

Recreational drugs can interact dangerously with HIV medication. Read more about Recreational drugs and HIV

Drinks

Alcohol and smoking

Alcohol and smoking can cause problems with some HIV treatment, as well as having a negative effect on your overall health. Read more about Alcohol and smoking

Sporty person looking out across river

Exercise

People living with HIV can and should keep fit in the same way as someone not living with the virus. Read more about Exercise