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Definition / introduction of Health

Health is defined by the World health Organisation as the -

Nutrition is the science of foods, the nutrients and other substances therein, their action, interaction and balance in relationship to Health and disease. In addition, Nutrition is concerned with social, economic, cultural and psychological implications of food and eating.

In short, Nutrition science is the area of Knowledge regarding the role of food in maintenance of health.Good Nutrition is the foundation for Good Health .

What is HEALTH  ?

WHO states the definition ,which is very popular comprehensive and accepted universally as under-

''Health is a state of complete ,mental and social well-being  and not merely an absence of disease or infirmity''.

The essential requisites( or dimensions ) of ' health 'include the following:-

• Achievement of optimal growth and development ,reflecting the full expression of one's  genetic potential.
• Maintenance of the structural integrity and functional efficiency of body tissues necessary for an active and productive life.
• Ability to withstand the inevitable process of ageing with minimal  disability and function impairment ,and ability to combat disease, such as

          (a) resisting infections (Immunocompetence)      

          (b) preventing the onset (and retarding the progress) of degenerative disease such cancer and

          (c) resisting the effect of environmental toxins and pollutants.

• Mental health 
• Social well being is the ability to live in harmony with others.

DIMENSIONS OF HEALTH 

There are mainly three dimensions of Health. These are-

1. Physical dimensions
2. Mental dimensions
3. Social dimensions 

 In addition to this there are many more dimensions like -

•  Spiritual dimensions 
• Emotional dimensions
• Vocation dimensions 
• Political dimensions.

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