The positive effects of a healthy lifestyle

1. The positive effects of a
By
Laura Jorge

2. Overview
 Introduction
 1st Main Point: Physical Health
 2nd Main Point: Mental Wellness
 3rd Main Point: Eating Habits
 Conclusion
 References

3. Introduction
Society’s improvements: Science, Technology
High standards of living Comfort Speed and Efficiency
Physical and Mental strength: The treasure of the Human Race

4. What is a Healthy Lifestyle?
Customs and Behaviors
Improve quality of live
Good Nutrition
Quality sleep
Avoiding unhealthy habits
Improving emotional equilibrium

5. Thesis
A healthy lifestyle has remarkable positive
effects on people's
 Physical health
 Mental wellness
 Eating habits.

6. Physical Health
 Lower risk of having chronic diseases
 Less chances of having cardiovascular problems
 Control and Reduce Hypertension
 Strengthening the heart and body muscles
 Physical resistance
 Builds up immune system
 Able to fight illness with
minimal effort

7. Mental Wellness
 Release endorphins :chemical related to the
mood
 Capability to control, stabilize the mood
 Allows clear thinking in times of stress and
excitement
 Less worried and stressed out
 Balance between work and recreational time,
rest and activity
 Increasing self-confidence and high self-esteem

8. Improving Eating Habits
 Eliminate fast-foods, prepared, package and
canned
 Cook with fresh ingredients
 Increase the intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole
grains
 Good balance between carbohydrates, protein and
fat
 Eat in moderation and keep in mind portion size
 Decrease the intake of salt, sugar and saturated
fats

9. Conclusion
 Discovering the positive effects through the
own experience
 A healthy lifestyle affects the body,
mind, and eating habits positively.

10. References
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11. Thanks for listening!