At the time of the creation of the
World Health Organization (WHO), in 1948,
Health was defined as being "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”
Eat well and be active today and every day!
Eating well and being active work together for a healthier you. These healthy habits may help you reduce your risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer and osteoporosis while providing many benefits such as:
- Better overall health
- Lower risk of disease
- A healthy body weight
- Feeling and looking better
- More energy
- Stronger muscles and bones
Steps towards better health and a healthy body weight include:
- Eating the recommended amount and types of food each day.
- Limiting foods and beverages high in calories, fat, sugar or salt (sodium).
- Being active every day.