The Importance of Good Health and Healthy Habits

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Response to post 1.
The post is excellent. I like the holistic approach which you have taken in addressing the
issue good health. The social well-being including the habits and the mental well-being when
you talk about the coping mechanisms. These areas are sometimes overlooked. The absence of
an illness does not wholesomely define health. Good health is highly influenced by knowledge
people have about health. And to those who know the consequences are more likely going to
practice healthy behaviors. Failure to adhere to the recommendations is a consequence of many
factors including lack of knowledge, social and economic constraints. There is a clear contrast
between those who practice healthy habits from those who don’t. The overall health outcome is a
consequence of the habits adopted. Good habits indeed are a virtue.
Response to post 2
The post is very captivating. I can’t help, but to view good health as an integral aspect of
life. It is a necessary requirement besides our training and skills necessary to perform our duties
and responsibilities. Human resource is highly valued in any economy due to the ability to reason
and improvise. Good health is necessary to ensure the highest productivity is achieved. Not
ignoring the huge losses attributed to absenteeism accrued to ill health. The quality of life also is
influenced by the adopting healthy behaviors. You have clearly shown how home and work
issues can be inseparable thus having an overall effect on quality of life. The value placed on
good health is enormous. Most people are very conscious of their health and are making steps to
promote good health.