Living a healthy lifestyle doesn't have to be hard. It just takes the motivation to change our bad habits into good, healthy ones. Below is a list of 10 healthy lifestyle tips to get you started.

Eat a balanced diet. Eat more fruits and vegetables and get rid of the high sugar, processed foods. Along with eating better is getting the right nutrients in the system.

Take vitamins and minerals to help your body work properly.

Quit all those nasty unhealthy habits. Smoking, drinking, drugs, chewing tobacco, whatever your vice may be quit now.

Exercise makes you feel good and can motivate you to get other things done as well.

Make sure you see a doctor each year for an annual physical.

Surround yourself with a strong support network, or a group of people who will be there for you and participate in a healthy lifestyle as well.

Have fun and enjoy life.

Create a good balance between work and play.

The final two tips are to accept yourself for the unique individual you are and love what you do.