Health and Nutrition

A balanced diet is one which contains all the nutrients in an appropriate amount necessary for growth, energy production, 'physiological regulation, metabolic requirements, replacement and regeneration of living body. Balanced diet provides us with substances like proteins,carbohydrates, fats, minerals and vitamins without which proper growth and health is not possible.maintenance of

Amla is a super-fruit, as it is rich in vitamin A, B and C, calcium, chromium manganese, phosphorous and iron. It also has antioxidant properties. 

Homeostasis is any self-regulating process by which an organism trying to maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are best for its survival. If homeostasis is successful, life continues, if it's unsuccessful, it results in a disaster or death of the organism.

• Community health is a major field of study within the medical and clinical sciences which focuses on the maintenance, protection, and improvement of the physical and mental health status of population groups and communities.
• The WHO defines community health as environmental, social, and economic resources to sustain emotional and physical well being among people in ways that advance their aspirations and satisfy their needs in their unique environment. Hence, Physical health and mental health are interrelated.

Exercise is very important for ones body, daily exercising with a balanced diet helps keep our heart and body strong, fit and healthy. Our circulatory system and all other body systems are also very active thus, chances of stroke decreases, muscles grow strong and heart rate increases.

• Obesity is a medical condition in which excess body fat has accumulated to the extent that it may have a negative effect on health. 
•  People are generally considered obese when their body mass index (BMI), a measurement obtained by dividing a person's weight by the square of the person's height, is over 30 kg/m2; the range 25–30 kg/m2 is defined as overweight. 
• Obesity is most commonly caused by a combination of excessive food intake particularly fat and sugars, but don't burn off the energy through exercise and physical activity, it will be stored by the body as fat. Hence, Junk food eaten frequently leads to Obesity.

Fats and carbohydrates are among the three vital macronutrients, the other being proteins, that are needed to keep your body healthy. While eating moderate amounts is beneficial, excessive intake of fats and carbohydrates can cause complications such as cancer and obesity. 

Excessive hunger is also associated with Hyperthyroidism and Grave's disease, an autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid. The thyroid functions to increase the metabolic rate, so an overactive thyroid shows symptoms of hyperactivity, insomnia, or constant hunger that is unsatisfied by eating.

Increase in the age of the persons is called ageing. In this, loss or decrease of physical, physiological, behavioural activities takes place. The decrease in wear and tear, neurohormonal changes, the rate of metabolism, somatic mutations take place. Replacement of organs does not take place in ageing.

So, the correct option is ‘Epimorphosis’.

Dehydration refers to a deficit of total body water, with an accompanying disruption of metabolic processes. To prevent dehydration, one has to drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in water such as fruits and vegetables. There are other preventive measures as well which include avoid alcohol and caffeinated beverages, they increase dehydration. 

Dehydration refers to a deficit of total body water, with an accompanying disruption of metabolic processes. It results from the loss of water and important electrolytes from the body, including potassium, sodium, chloride and many other minerals. To prevent dehydration, one has to drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in water such as fruits and vegetables. There are other preventive measures as well which include avoiding alcohol and caffeinated beverages, they increase dehydration. Wear light colored, absorbent, loose fitting clothing. Stay in cool, shades areas when possible, protect your skin with sun block. It can be treated with the help of using an oral rehydration solution which is easily available in chemists shops.Thus, the correct answer is option C.

It is an old proverb that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Food rich in nutrition is a primary requirement for a healthy body but regular physical exercise along with nutritious food maintain the balance of minerals, protein etc in the body and keeps unnecessary diseases away from the body.

• The Importance of Good Personal Hygiene is for the maintaining of personal hygiene as it is necessary for many reasons like for personal, social, health, psychological or simply as a way of life. 
• Keeping a good standard of hygiene helps to prevent the development and spread of infections, illnesses and bad odours. Hence, Maintaining personal hygiene is important because Lack of oral hygiene causes oral thrush and dental caries, Poor personal hygiene may cause foul smelling and Poor personal hygiene affects the appearance of an individual.