Health And Well-being Flashcards
(12 cards)
What are the physical health guidelines?
- Take precautions against illness
- Eat balanced diet
- Get enough sleep
- Take regular exercise
- Time for leisure and relaxation
- Have good personal hygiene
- Avoid health hazards
Precautions against illness -
Leading a healthy lifestyle to prevent being run down.
Correct immunisations against during infancy and childhood
Immunisation -
Makes people resistant to infection
HSE runs immunisation programme for children.
Prevent range of diseases - meningitis , measles , mumps and rubella
Vaccine example - COVID-19
Balanced diet -
Contains all nutrients needed by the body in the correct amounts.
Helps prevent deficiency diseases
Deficiency disease : disease caused by a lack of one or more nutrients , usually a vitamin or mineral.
In teens : sleep supports growth and development
Teens need 9 hours of sleep
Teens who do not have a good sleep routine can feel angry , lack of motivation , have mood swings , trouble paying attention
Get enough sleep -
Protects you health and quality of life
During sleep the body works to support healthy brans function and maintain physical health
In teens : sleep sports growth and development
Teens need 9 hours of sleep
What are the guidelines for a good night sleep?
1.good quality mattress and pillow
2.bedroom should be cool and dark.
3. Avoid caffeinated drinks as they inhabit melatonin.
4. Have a good sleep routine (get up at the same time everyday)
5. Stop using electronics t least an hour before bed .
Exercise -
Important for a good health and wellbeing
60 minutes daily is required
What are the benefits or exercise?
Reduce stress and helps keep the brain healthy and active
Keeps heart and lungs healthy
Reduces the risk of obesity
Maintains good muscle tine and bone density.
Increases confidence and gives a sense of belonging when one as part of a team
Leisure and relaxation -
Time spent away from work or study , you can choose the activities you enjoy the most with friends ,family or on your own
What are the benefits or leisure and relaxation?
Reduces stress and anxiety
Keeps the brain active and prevents boredom.
Develop new skills and interests
Give you the opportunity to meet new people or spend time with family and friends.
Can I pore fitness if doing sports or physical activities
Boost confidence and self esteem
Personal hygiene + guidelines
Keeping your body, teeth, hair and clothes clean and tidy.
Guidelines -
1. Wash hands in warm soppy water
2. Shower or bathe everyday , particularly after exercise using soap to prevent odour
3. Wash hair at least once a week more often if necessary using warm water shampoo and conditioner
4. Brush teeth morning and night and after meals
5. Change snaitary towels or tampons frequently
Sun care and the skin -
Too much sun can damage your skin and can lead to premature ageing and skin cancer.
Avoid too much sun , especially during midday.
Wear a hat and sunglasses to protect your eyes and also avoid getting the top of your head and face being damaged by the sun.
Wear a high SPF everyday as it protects against harmful UV rays
