What does living well look like?
“Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence.” – Aristotle
‘Living well’ means different things to different people, but most definitions agree that the idea of wellness includes:
- Regularly experiencing short-term happiness
- Feeling long-term life satisfaction
- Being physically and psychologically healthy
- Being emotionally and spiritually fulfilled
- Having the energy to accomplish goals, whatever they might be
For older people, ‘living well’ can also mean ageing successfully, or getting old gracefully by retaining good social, psychological, and physical functioning.
The Role of Nutrition in Living Well
Physical health is a big part of living well.
When we’re healthy, we feel empowered. Our energy levels are high, we feel mentally positive, and we’re physically capable of tackling the challenges life throws at us. Health enables us to be happy.
Protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals are the building blocks of physical strength and vitality. When we don’t consume enough of the right nutrients, we increase our risk of developing serious health problems, including debilitating conditions like malnutrition and sarcopenia.
The right nutrients are also responsible for keeping us healthy at different stages of our lives. The curiosity of childhood, the stamina we need for work, and the maturity of old age are all powered by our diet – eating right helps us grow healthy and stay healthy, preventing the onset of many chronic health conditions.
Living well means living healthy, and good health starts with good nutrition.
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