Public Services Unit 31: Exercise, Health and Lifestyle P1

Lifestyle factors
that effect health
 P H Y S I C A L AC T I V I T Y
 ALCOHOL
CONSUMPTION
 SMOKING
 STRESS
 DIET

, Physical activity
Physical activity is important in order to have a healthy lifestyle. It comes with many benefits which include;
Keeping your muscles strong and joints flexible
Reduces the chance of heart attacks
Keep your weight in check (can help you lose weight)


Bonus benefits
Helps reduce blood pressure
Exercise can help you deal with stress and depression in more productive ways resulting in a happier mood.
It decrease the amount of bad cholesterol in the blood helping keep the heart and blood vessels healthy.
You are more likely to have a positive self-image due to psychological well-being.