1. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

2. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
1) Optimal health with a balance in physical, mental, and social health
2) Contributes to the prevention of disease
3) Improves the quality of life
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

3. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
Elements of Wellness
of Wellness
Elements
Physical
Emotional
Mental
Social
Spiritual
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

4. Elements of Wellness Physical Wellness
Diet
(Ex: 5 servings of fruits & vegetables)
Physical activity
(Ex: running 3 X week)
Health screenings and examinations
(Ex: cholesterol & prostate tests)
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

5. Elements of Wellness Emotional Wellness
Adjust to life’s changes
Be optimistic
Cope with stress
Enjoy life
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

6. Elements of Wellness Mental Wellness
Continue lifelong learning
(ex: stay up to date on most current medical issues)
Learn from life
experiences
Use creativity to solve problems
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7. Elements of Wellness Social Wellness
Affection
Communication
Honesty
Loyalty
Interaction with others
(ex: may seek a counselor for coping strategies due to an issue with another student)
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8. Elements of Wellness Spiritual Wellness
Believe in a higher authority
Practice religious beliefs
(ex: Indian medicine man may practice a ceremony for healing)
Values, ethics, and morals give meaning to life
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

9. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
Elements of Wellness
of Wellness
Elements
Physical
Emotional
Mental
Social
Spiritual
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

10. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
Risk factors
that affect wellness

11. Risk factors that affect wellness
1) Self destructive
behavior
2) Environment
3) Genetics
Effects on
Wellness
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

12. Risk factors that affect wellness 1) Self destructive behavior
Drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse
Irresponsible sexual behavior
Physical inactivity
Unhealthy eating habits
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13. Risk factors that affect wellness 2) Environment
Exposure to lead
Exposure to carcinogens
Sanitation
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

14. Risk factors that affect wellness 3) Genetics
Birth defects
Family history
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

15. Risk factors that affect wellness
1) Self destructive
behavior
2) Environment
3) Genetics
Effects on
Wellness
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16. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
Practices that
promote wellness

17. Practices that promote wellness
1) Good nutrition
2) Physical activity
3) Health screenings and     examinations
4) Stress management
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18. Practices that promote wellness
Good nutrition

19. Practices that promote wellness 1) Good nutrition
*Go to display table for notes on food groups.
Food groups
Grains
Fruits
Vegetables
Protein
Dairy
Other
Dairy
Fruits
Grains
Vegetables
Proteins
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20. Practices that promote wellness 1) Good nutrition
Relates to food and all body processes requiring food.
Promotes a healthier body and mind
Aids in:
resistances to illness
weight management
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21. Practices that promote wellness 1) Good nutrition
Functions of good nutrition:
Provides heat
Promotes growth
Repairs tissue
Regulates body processes
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22. Practices that promote wellness 1) Good nutrition
Food safety:
Clean hands, surfaces and food products
Separate raw and cooked food
Refrigerate food properly
Avoid unpasteurized milk, eggs, and juice
Avoid raw meat and
  poultry
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23. Practices that promote wellness
Physical activity

24. Practices that promote wellness 2) Physical activity
Regular physical activity:
Increases fitness level
Plays a role in prevention of chronic illness
Helps control abnormal cholesterol, diabetes and obesity
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25. Practices that promote wellness 2) Physical activity
How much?
At least 30 minutes most days of the week at 50-85% of maximum heart rate.
Can be done in minute sessions
What type?
Brisk walking, jogging, bicycling
Moderate walking for pleasure, gardening, housework
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26. Practices that promote wellness 2) Physical activity
What risk factors are reduced?
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Obesity
High levels of triglycerides
Low levels of HDL
Reduces colon cancer
Lowers risk of stroke
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27. Practices that promote wellness 2) Physical activity
Other benefits of physical activity?
Builds healthy bones, muscles and joints
Help psychologically
Illness is prevented or improved through regular physical activity
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28. Practices that promote wellness
Health screenings
and
examinations

29. Practices that promote wellness 3) Health screenings and examinations
Complete physical examination to include:
Blood tests
cholesterol
glucose
hemoglobin
Blood pressure
Colonoscopy
Dental screenings
Papanicolaou stain
Mammograms
Prostate examination
Vision screening
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