Adopt healthy habits

If you have chronic hepatitis B, you may have the infection for life. However, with effective medications and healthy lifestyles, people with chronic hepatitis B can expect to live active and happy lives.

By adopting a healthy lifestyle, you can give yourself the best chance of coping with your illness and living well with chronic hepatitis B for as long as possible.
Things that you can do to stay healthy include:

• Get adequate rest and sleep
• Eat a healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables
• Maintain a healthy body weight
• Cut down on processed food and saturated fats
• Drink plenty of fluids
• Exercise regularly
• Do not drink alcohol as it can damage the liver
• Spend time with friends and loved ones
• Continue doing things that make you happy

It is important to remember that many people with chronic hepatitis B live normal lives. Remember to follow the advice of your doctor because he or she can help you stay as healthy as possible.