Factors that Influence our Health
Heredity …the process by which biological parents pass traits to their children Examples: Eye/hair color Skin color Body type Risk of certain diseases(diabetes/allergies)
Environment …the sum total of your surrounding (can be positive or negative) Examples: Where you live Where you go to school Air you breathe Water you drink Neighborhood
Family/Culture …the collected beliefs, customs, and behaviors of a group Examples: Eating habits Physical activity levels Health Services available Fasting “religious”
Peers …friends or other people in your age group These can influence choices. This can be positive or negative (examples?)
Media …various methods of communication Examples: Internet Radio Television Magazines (remember, these are not always reliable)
Technology …scientific ideas to improve the quality of life Examples: E-mail Internet Twitter, Facebook, Instagram MRI’s