PAWAR COMPUTER LONG AND SHORT PARAGRAPHS ON HEALTH IN ENGLISH HEALTH PARAGRAPH 1 (100 WORDS) Health can be considered as the level of our physical and functional abilities to adapt to the changes in the surroundings and make the system in our body work properly. There is a specific definition given by WHO (World Health Organization) in its 1948 constitution, about health and that is, “It is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” In 1968, WHO further clarified about health by giving another definition: “A resource for everyday life, not the objective of living. Health is a positive concept emphasizing social and personal resources, as well as physical capacities.” Health is broadly divided into two types: physical health and mental health. Although there are other dimensions also in which health is classified such as social, emotional, environmental, spiritual and intellectual health. The two main types of health are discussed in brief in this paragraph: Mental Health There is a definition given by WHO for mental health: “Subjective well being, perceived self efficacy, autonomy, competency, inter generational dependence, and self actualization of one’s intellectual and emotional potential, among others.” Mentally fit person can handle various challenges and opportunities very smoothly and without getting tired of it. Mental fitness has very little to do with IQ and intelligence and more to do with positivity and thinking in right direction. Physical Health Physical well being is of utmost importance. This is because it is most visible compared to all the other dimensions of health such as social, intellectual, emotional, spiritual and environmental well being. Physical well being is the state of body free from any diseases and abnormality. A person must ensure good physical and mental health to lead a happy life. HEALTH PARAGRAPH 2 (200 WORDS) There is a huge range of factors on which a person’s health depends. These factors can be broadly classified into the following categories according to the World Health Organization: The social and economic environment: This depends on how wealthy a family or a person is. The physical environment: This includes the area in which a person is living, its atmospheric temperature, humidity, pollution level and also the parasites present there. The person’s characteristics and behavior: This includes the genes possessed by a person and the lifestyle they chose to have. Some of the other factors impacting health are as follows: Physical environment: Clean and safe water and air, hygienic workplace and safe houses – All of these contribute for a better health. Income and social status: Higher income and higher social status leads to better health as those people can afford the expenses of having a better environment.Genetics: Inheritance plays a big role in a person’s health. Gender: Men and women suffer from different types of diseases at different ages because of difference in their immune systems and hormones in the body. Education level: The more educated the people are, the more they know about their well being. Social support and network: Friends and family support helps in building better health. The kind of love and care taken particularly affects a person’s mental health. HEALTH PARAGRAPH 4 (250 WORDS)To enjoy a quality life wellness of a person is very crucial. Wellness directly affects a person’s action and reaction towards a situation and those actions will eventually affect the health. Thus, it is an ongoing continuous process. A healthy body prevents many diseases and that can help a person to have his independence even as he ages. “Health is wealth” is a very common proverb which compares the value of health with wealth and explains its importance. How to be Healthy? To achieve good health, one must have a healthy diet, exercise regularly, take adequate rest and ensure stress management. Following are few tips summarized in a manageable way to help one get a good health: • One should always try to think positively and focus on gratitude. • There should be lots of green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits included in one’s diet. • Exercise daily at least for 15 minutes. This will help normalizing blood pressure, lowering cholesterol, combating obesity and offer many other health benefits. • Get a proper good night’s sleep. • One should prefer proper food instead of supplements. • Give yourself a break at various intervals as you work through the day. • Surround yourself with healthier people who can motivate you to be healthy. • Make a list of the activities you want to do in the process of being healthy and check it twice. This will also help you get a better mental health. Conclusion The physical and mental health of a person is interconnected. Physical activities increase flow of oxygen and endorphins, the “feel good” chemicals in our brain because of which it can work in a better way. So take care of both these. HEALTH PARAGRAPH 5 (300 WORDS) Today due to urbanization and rapid development, urban areas are beset with heavy traffic, air pollution, noise, anonymous high-rise blocks and violence. All these impact our physical and mental health negatively. Health should be the top most priority over other aspects of life. Due to work pressure and unhealthy life style in the cities not only the physical but the mental health of people is also getting affected. We often neglect our mental health but mental health is as important as physical health. Maintaining both mental and physical health is the major concern these days. Mental Health and Physical Health are Interrelated Mental health plays a crucial role in maintaining good physical health. Mental illness such as anxiety and depression affect the ability to practice healthy behaviour. This can influence the physical health. It can result in issues with physical health like chronic physical conditions that severely impact the quality of life of people. People with serious mental conditions are at higher risk of developing chronic physical illness. People with chronic physical illness are at higher risk of experiencing mental illness such as depression and anxiety. Health is related to the overall well-being of an individual that includes physical, mental and social wellness. We often go to the doctor for physical health issues and get tests done for physical health. However, we ignore mental health and seldom visit mental health professional though it is equally important. Physical health and mental health are inter-connected and affect each other. Conclusion Neglecting physical or mental health can adversely affect the overall well-being of a person. So, it is vital to adapt a healthy lifestyle for good mental and physical health. The key aspects of healthy lifestyle include eating a well balanced diet, regular exercise, drinking plenty of water, taking proper rest, having a positive attitude towards life, developing healthy relationships, and always being happy and cheerful. HEALTH PARAGRAPH 6 (350 WORDS)Maintaining good health is a vital part of an individual’s well-being. Poor physical health impacts the emotional health of a person, his relationships with others, financial condition and much more. So, it is important to adapt a healthy life style and encourage others to stay fit.Ways to Maintain Physical Health