Health and Fitness
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Health and fitness, they’re essential for our overall wellbeing, influencing our energy levels and the activities we can do. Achieving good health is all about eating a balanced diet full of diverse nutrients, from sources like fruits, veggies, lean meats, and fish. And drinking plenty of water, while going easy on the sugar-rich treats and drinks, that’s part of the equation too. As for fitness, regular physical activity is key. It could be sports like soccer or basketball, cycling, swimming, or maybe just a brisk walk or run. Regular exercise does more than just make us stronger and improve our heart health, it also releases endorphins, those happiness-inducing chemicals in our brain. If we balance nutritious eating with a consistent exercise routine, we’ll sleep better, think clearer, and enjoy our social interactions more. So, prioritizing health and fitness is like an investment in ourselves. It pays off right now and secures our wellbeing for the future.
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- According to the passage, what is the importance of regular physical activity?
- A. It only makes us stronger.
- B. It releases happiness-inducing chemicals in our brain.
- C. It only improves heart health.
- D. It helps us sleep better directly.
- What does the passage suggest about eating sugar-rich treats and drinks?
- A. Consume them frequently for quick energy.
- B. They are an essential part of a balanced diet.
- C. Go easy on them.
- D. They are the best source of nutrients.
- How is prioritizing health and fitness described in the passage?
- A. A short-term benefit.
- B. A waste of time.
- C. An investment in ourselves.
- D. A fashionable trend.
Match the Definition with the Word
- A state of complete emotional and physical well-being.
- A. Fitness
- B. Nutritious
- C. Wellbeing
- D. Endorphins
- Chemicals that induce feelings of happiness or pleasure.
- A. Wellbeing
- B. Nutritious
- C. Fitness
- D. Endorphins
- Providing the nutrients necessary for growth and health.
- A. Fitness
- B. Nutritious
- C. Wellbeing
- D. Endorphins
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- B. It releases happiness-inducing chemicals in our brain.
- C. Go easy on them.
- C. An investment in ourselves.
Match the Definition with the Word
- C. Wellbeing
- D. Endorphins
- B. Nutritious
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