Words that go together

Health word pairs

23 pairs native speakers say together about health. Each one is easy to understand; the trick is saying the two words as one. Hear them, then test yourself.

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Staying healthy

8

daily exercise

B1

She tries to get some daily exercise by cycling to work.

fresh air

B1

After sitting in the office all day, I needed some fresh air.

healthy diet

B1

Eating a healthy diet can help you feel more energetic and prevent many diseases.

healthy lifestyle

B1

She tries to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating lots of vegetables and going for a run every morning.

physical activity

B1

Doctors recommend at least 30 minutes of physical activity each day to stay healthy.

public health

B1

Vaccination programs are important for improving public health.

regular exercise

B1

Regular exercise can help reduce stress and improve your mood.

stay healthy

B1

I try to eat lots of vegetables and exercise regularly to stay healthy.

Illness and injury

6

medical treatment

B1

She needed urgent medical treatment after the accident.

serious illness

B1

After being diagnosed with a serious illness, she had to spend several weeks in the hospital.

serious injury

B1

He was taken to hospital with a serious injury after the car accident.

seriously ill

B1

After the accident, he was seriously ill and had to stay in the hospital for weeks.

seriously injured

B1

Two people were seriously injured in the car accident.

risk factor

B2

Lack of exercise is a major risk factor for heart disease.

Body and mind

5

mental health

B1

Taking regular breaks at work can really help your mental health.

deep sleep

B1

After a long day, I fell into a deep sleep and didn’t wake up until morning.

find balance

B1

It's important to find balance between work and relaxation to stay healthy.

handle stress

B1

She knows how to handle stress during busy exam periods.

fully developed

B1

By the age of eighteen, his sense of responsibility was fully developed.

Effects on health

4

a lasting effect

C1

Her words had a lasting effect on me, and I still think about them years later.

negative effect

B1

Too much screen time can have a negative effect on your sleep.

a detrimental effect

C1

The new policy had a detrimental effect on employee morale.

an adverse effect

C1

The new medication had an adverse effect on some patients, causing headaches and nausea.

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