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Healthspan versus lifespan: The vital role of muscle in successful ageing

We’d all like to live longer; at least, I would. But what about enjoying the time we have while we’re here and living healthier?...

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6 dairy milk alternatives you might not have heard of

What is ASMR? What we know about this popular sensory phenomenon

Turn Stress Around: Finding the Silver Lining in Life’s Biggest Bugbear

Debunking myths about gynaecological cancer

Mpox outbreak in Africa was neglected – it could now turn into the next global pandemic

How to find the perfect nude lipstick to suit your skin tone

Outbreak of insect-borne illness linked with fatalities – as first cases confirmed in Europe

5 foods to add to your shopping list to save money – and they’re good for you too

Just 8 minutes of TikTok ‘thinspiration’ content is enough to affect body image

Exposure to a common plastic during pregnancy linked to autism – study

Why are my cuticles peeling? Here’s how to fix them

Small but mighty: The health benefits of grapes

Art Therapy: Unlocking the mental and emotional benefits of arts and crafts

National Stroke Week: FAST response saves lives

How to Stay Active and Injury-Free During Winter

Double whammy antibiotic makes antibiotic resistance much harder – new study

Castor oil is all the rage – what you need to know about this alternative remedy

Is your smartwatch making you anxious? Wearables can lead people to stress more about their health

Store cupboard: How to make the most of canned tomatoes

New limits introduced: What’s happening with retinol?

Australia’s “explosive” outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease continues to grow

‘Right to disconnect’ laws are coming: What does this mean for you?

Expert shares four coping strategies for dealing with anxiety

Can blue light from your phone harm your skin? A dermatologist explains

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Being healthy is a dynamic process because it is always changing. We all have times of good health, times of sickness, and maybe even times of serious illness. As our lifestyles change, so does our level of healthiness.

Those of us who participate in regular physical activity do so partly to improve the current and future level of our health. We strive toward an optimal state of well-being. As our lifestyle improves, our healthiness also improves and we experience less disease and sickness.

When most people are asked what it means to be healthy, they normally respond with the four components of fitness mentioned earlier (cardiorespiratory ability, muscular ability, flexibility, and body composition). Although these components are a critical part of being healthy, they are not the only contributing factors. Physical healthiness is only one aspect of our overall healthiness.

The other components include: social, mental , emotional and spiritual health.