Read this passage carefully - Health was earlier said to be the ability of the body functioning well. However, as time evolved, the definition of health also evolved. It cannot be stressed enough that health is the primary thing after which everything else follows. When you maintain good health, everything else falls into place. To be healthy, one has to be free from any illness of body, mind and spirit. A healthy person can lead a happy life under all circumstances. On the other hand, those who are not very healthy have to struggle even under the best circumstances, Besides, it is hard to be happy when one is unhealthy. Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” In 1986, the WHO made further clarifications: “A resource for everyday life, not the objective of living. ... A healthful lifestyle provides the means to lead a full life with meaning and purpose. Being healthy should be part of your overall lifestyle. Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent chronic diseases and long-term illnesses. Feeling good about yourself and taking care of your health are important for your self-esteem and self-image. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by doing what is right for your body. ©Pataudi College Students Please Read this passage carefully
