Healthy Habits and Stress Management
L1: The Science of Healthy Diets
Nutrients
2 Large Quantities
Macronutrients
Micronutrients
proper function of body; basic growth, development, repair mechanisms in body
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Water
Vitamins (A, B, C, D, E, K)
Minerals (Iron, Zinc)
L2: Proper Health Habits
Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs)
influenced by:
environment
genes
physiology
behavior of individual
includes:
obesity
cardiovascular diseases
high blood pressure
several types of cancer
liver and kidney failure
diabetes mellitus
tuberculosis
abnormal levels of lipids in blood
pneumonia
chronic respiratory diseases
Unhealthy Habits
smoking
physical inactivity and a sendentary lifestyle
drinking alcohol
inadequate rest and sleep
Diseases Associated with an Unhealthy Lifestyle
Cardiovascular Diseases
saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol
atherosclerosis
too much salt
raise bloode pressure
types of cardiovascular diseases
Marfan syndrome
Arteriosclerosis
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Atherosclerosis Coronary heart disease
Myocardial infarction or heart attack
Heart failure
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Stroke
Angina pectoris
Pericarditis
Rheumatic fever
Heart rhythm abnormalities or arrythmia
Cancer
types of cancers caused by smoking)
mouth
throat
esophagus
stomach
pancreas
kidney
bladder
cervix
heavy or regular intake of alcohol can increase risk of cancer
Diabetes Mellitus
high quantities of processed food, saturated fats, refined sugars
Chronic Respiratory Disease
tobacco smoking
second-hand smoke
air pollution (outdoor/indoor)
allergens
occupational risks
Policies to Prevent and Control NCDs
Go Smoke-free
Go Slow sa Tagay
Go Sustansya
Go Sigla
Historical Connection
Department of Health
Pilipinas Go4Health
L3: Stress Management in Daily Living