wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

How do we define health?

Open in App
Solution

1: Definition
Health is the state of physical, social and mental well-being.

2: Factors affecting health
Health does not merely mean ‘physical fitness’ or ‘an absence of disease’.
Health of an individual depends upon the following:-
● Physical surroundings:
A clean surrounding without garbage, clean drinking water and reduced pollution will ensure good health.
● Social surroundings:
When there is social equality and a sense of belongingness in the society, the individual will have mental well-being.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
3
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon