Characteristics of a healthy, balanced lifestyle Eating a healthy and balanced diet Regular exercise Not smoking Sensible alcohol consumption Minimising stress

Benefits of an active lifestyle Healthy heart -> more efficient pump Increases blood flow and contributes to a reduction in risk factors for coronary heart disease Reduced blood pressure Reduces stress Increases ‘good’ cholesterol Promotes feeling of well being Promotes a better social life / making friends

Measures/indicators of health and well being Satisfaction with aspects of life Frequency of positive & negative feelings Frequency of feelings or activities that may have a positive or negative impact on well being Access to green space Level of participation in other activities Positive mental health

Effects of smoking Death! Tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide and other irritants cause coughing and reduces O2 carrying capacity Linked with cancer, lung disease, emphysema, bronchitis and coronary heart disease

Effects of fast food & snacking Too much fat, salt, sugar Increased risk of obesity, coronary heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, some cancers, diabetes Not enough ‘good’ nutrition – starchy foods, fruit and veg (fibre), vitamins, minerals

Effects of too much alcohol Calories -> obesity Hangovers, (lost productivity) Anti-social Depression / mental health issues High blood pressure Strokes Heart attacks Linked with cancers of mouth & throat Liver disease Danger if pregnant

Effects of sedentary lifestyle Obesity Increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, strokes, diabetes, cancer