When gas prices got above four dollars last summer, many people started walking or riding their bikes more. Not only did this help protect the ozone layer by cutting back on pollution, it also burned some extra calories that wouldn't have been burned on your car ride to the store. Even though gas prices are back to being reasonable, continue to get health benefits and save the environment by walking to your local farmers market or grocery store.

Eat Less Pre-Packaged Foods

Pre-packaged foods, fast food, and soft drinks are fast and convenient, but the production of these highly processed foods uses large amounts of materials and energy. These foods also tend to be high in fat, sugar, and calories. Choosing many foods from these areas, and consuming any food in excessive portions, contributes to weight gain and obesity.

Overweight and obese individuals are at increased risk for many diseases and health conditions including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and stroke. Such health conditions can be made worse by pollution or severe weather, such as extreme heat due to global warming.

By reducing the amount of waste products you throw away, you will reduce the amount of garbage that will end up in a landfill. And of course, recycle applicable products whenever possible.

These quick tips will not only help you lead a healthier life, but they will also save the planet.