Physical Health Flashcards
The state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.
Wellness
Example sentence: Regular exercise and a balanced diet contribute to overall wellness.
The condition of being physically fit and healthy.
Fitness
Example sentence: She maintains her fitness by jogging and attending fitness classes.
A minor illness or physical condition that is not serious.
Ailment
Example sentence: Headaches are a common ailment that can be caused by various factors.
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease.
Malaise
Example sentence: The patient complained of a persistent malaise without any specific symptoms.
The state of being strong, active, and full of energy.
Vitality
Example sentence: Eating nutritious food is essential for maintaining vitality.
The ability to recover quickly from illness or difficulties.
Resilience
Example sentence: Regular exercise can enhance the body’s resilience to stress.
Strong and healthy; full of vigor.
Robust
Example sentence: His robust immune system helps him fight off infections.
Sufficient in amount or degree; satisfactory.
Adequate
Example sentence: Getting an adequate amount of sleep is crucial for good health.
Having little energy; feeling sluggish.
Lethargic
Example sentence: After a long day of work, she felt lethargic and exhausted.
Conducive to or suggestive of good health and physical well-being.
Wholesome
Example sentence: Fresh fruits and vegetables are part of a wholesome diet.
In poor health; unwell.
Ailing
Example sentence: The ailing patient was admitted to the hospital for further examination.
To support, nourish, or keep in existence.
Sustain
Example sentence: A balanced diet is necessary to sustain good health.
To make someone or something look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively
Rejuvenate
Example sentence: A good night’s sleep can rejuvenate both the body and mind.
To make a situation or condition worse.
Exacerbate
Example sentence: Ignoring symptoms can exacerbate the severity of an illness.
To organize and coordinate resources for a specific purpose, often in response to a health concern.
Mobilize
Example sentence: The community mobilized to address the public health crisis.
In a way that involves physical strength, effort, or energy.
Vigorously
Example sentence: She vigorously exercises for at least an hour every day.
Regularly and without variation.
Consistently
Example sentence: Consistently getting enough sleep is essential for cognitive function.
To a satisfactory or sufficient extent.
Adequately
Example sentence: Hydrating adequately is crucial, especially during hot weather.
To engage in physical exercise.
Work out:
Example sentence: It’s important to work out regularly to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
To reduce the amount of something, such as unhealthy foods or habits.
Cut down on:
Example sentence: To improve your health, it’s advisable to cut down on sugary snacks.
Not feeling well; being slightly ill.
Feeling under the weather:
Example sentence: I won’t be able to make it to work today; I’m feeling a bit under the weather.
In excellent physical condition.
Fit as a fiddle
Example sentence: Despite his age, he’s fit as a fiddle and can still run marathons.
To recover quickly from a setback or illness.
Bounce back
Example sentence: With proper treatment, she is expected to bounce back from her illness.
Living a life that involves little or no physical activity.
Lead a sedentary lifestyle:
Example sentence: People who lead a sedentary lifestyle are more prone to health issues.