Definition Of HealthToya

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Term Paper Title	Definition Of HealthToya
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     Definition of HealthToya
Pierce ,University
of Texas at Austin School of NursingHealth is defined as "soundness of body or mind,
freedom from disease or ailment."   However, we believe that the definition of health goes
beyond physical illness, which can be pain, discomfort or aching felt by the body.  Health
is a combination of eating healthy, exercising and reaching spiritual and emotional
harmony.  Only when a combination of the four aspects are attained, can a person be
considered healthy.
     The first aspect of being healthy is nutrition because many people are not
knowledgeable about how to make nutritious food selections. The Food Pyramid and the
Dietary Guidelines are excellent examples of resources that can provide people with
information to help them achieve adequate nourishment.  By following the Food Pyramid,
people become aware of the basic serving sizes of each food group that are required each
day. In accordance with the Food Pyramid, the Dietary Guidelines emphasize several
helpful steps, including: eating a variety of foods, maintaining a healthy body weight,
choosing a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, increase intake in fruits, vegetables
and grains, and moderate the amount of sodium, salt, sugar and alcohol consumed (U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services, 1990).  Even though it is necessary to
consume the correct amounts of nutrients, nutrition is also a significant aspect because
what a person eats affects his/her lifestyle.  For example, kids who do not eat breakfast
have a difficult time concentrating in their classes (Novelli, P., & Sacks, M., 1998).
Similarly, Stanhope and Lancaster (1988) stated in their book that malnutrition affects
physical and mental development and contributes to disease and death.  Therefore, lack of
adequate nutrition affects learning capabilities. On the other hand, it is hazardous to
people's health if they overeat. Overeating is when people become desensitized to their
internal hunger signals and eat past the point of satiety. If people consume high calorie
foods, they could potentially become extremely over weight, which may lead to cause
serious health risks.  Obesity is directly connected to an increased chance of heart disease,
cancer and diabetes (National Institute of Health Technology Assessment Conference
Statement, 1992).  All of the latter diseases could be avoided simply by changing dietary
habits. Unfortunately, people are not aware of the advantages of proper nutrition;
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