Health — Flashcards

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Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease. It means the body and mind both function properly, and a person also lives well in society.

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Good health helps a person feel happy, work efficiently, stay energetic, and enjoy life. It also supports family life because one sick person affects the whole family.

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The three dimensions are physical health, mental health, and social health. Together they are shown as the health triangle.

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A healthy person is energetic, alert, of normal weight, has bright eyes, clear skin, good appetite, sound sleep, and normally growing hair. Such a person can work and study well.

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Good mental health includes control over emotions, balanced desires and ideas, confidence, ability to face stress, and the habit of seeking help when needed.

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Good social health means having a positive attitude, getting along with others, fulfilling responsibilities, maintaining healthy relationships, and accepting disagreement in a positive way.

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Stress can raise blood pressure and may cause sleeplessness. It affects mental health first, and if it continues, physical health can also suffer.

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A balanced diet contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and fiber in the right proportion. An adolescent boy needs about 2400 to 2600 calories, and an adolescent girl needs 2050 ca…