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Health

Any person who is physically and mentally fit is considered to be healthy. As a result,
being healthy means having complete physical and mental well-being. Let’s know about

some good habits that we should follow to stay healthy.

y We should exercise daily.
y We should eat a balanced diet.

y We should keep ourselves as well as our surroundings clean.

y We should take proper rest and sleep on time.

y We should maintain correct posture at all times.
y We should protect ourselves from diseases.

Smart Stack

Washing hands with soap for 20 seconds removes most of the harmful germs.

Remember

Exercise

It is important to exercise. Have you ever wondered why? Let’s find out.

It is vital to exercise regularly to stay fit and healthy. Walking, jogging, cycling, yoga and

swimming are some exercises that keep us fit and strong. Exercising benefits the body
in many ways. Let’s learn about them.

y Exercise increases our strength and keeps us active throughout the day.
y Regular exercise also tones up our body muscles and keeps the body in a good shape.

y Exercise makes our muscles and bones stronger.

y Exercise improves blood circulation in the body and increases the blood flow. When
we exercise, our heart beats at a faster rate and pumps blood around our body faster.
Due to this, more oxygen is taken in, and more carbon dioxide and water vapour are

given out from our body.

Smart Stack Pause and Reflect

Just 30 minutes of daily exercise can How does playing outdoor games help more
make the heart stronger and improve than just watching television?
memory power.
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