LESSON 2 Flashcards
TITLE OF LESSON 2
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND BODY AWARENESS
as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity,” which
implies that this concept goes beyond the existence or lack of existence illnesses. (WHO, 1948)
HEALTH
is a way of living of individuals, families (households), and societies, which they manifest in coping with their physical, psychological, social, and economic environments on a day-to-day basis. It also reflects people’s self-image or self-concept.
LIFESTYLE
is not the sole basis of
being healthy; being healthy means being mentally and emotionally fit. Being
healthy should be part of your overall
lifestyle.
Physical fitness
7 RECOMMENDED COMPONENTS FOR HAVING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
EXERCISE REGULARLY
EAT NUTRITIOUS FOOD
CONTROL YOUR WEIGHT
QUALITY SLEEP
AVOID SMOKING AND ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
REDUCE STRESS
CARRY OUT REGULAR HEALTH CHECKS
3 DIFFERENT BODY TYPES
Endomorph
Mesomorph
Ectomorph
– characterized by having round and
curvaceous body, high body fat. People with this body type find it hard to lose
weight.
Endomorph
– characterized by having large bones. The built is usually thick around the
middle
Mesomorph
– characterized by having a lean and slender body. Looks thin and have a
low body fat level.
Ectomorph
Physical activity and exercise is a major
contributor to a healthy lifestyle; people
are made to use their bodies, and
disuse leads to unhealthy living.
EXERCISE REGULARLY
Eat plenty of vegetables and fruit: They
are important sources of vitamins,
minerals, dietary fibre, plant protein
and antioxidants.
EAT NUTRITIOUS FOOD
It helps us identify the food groups people should combine in order to make a balanced diet.
Food Pyramid
is the study of foods and health. It is a science that centers on foods, their nutrient and other chemical constituents, and the effects of food
constituents on body processes
and health.
Nutrition
means large; as their name suggests these are nutrients which
people need to eat regularly and in a fairly large amount. They include
carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fiber and water.
Macronutrients
means the process involved in the generation of energy and all the ‘building blocks’ required to maintain the body and its functions.
Metabolism