Sentences with phrase «aware about health risks»

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But as the market becomes more aware of the role of nutrition in health and well - being, there is concern about the potential risk posed by preservatives and other additives.

While most parents have sugar on their radar because they've heard about the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, such as increased risk of obesity and diabetes, they may not be aware that many kids are reportedly getting an unhealthy amount of salt in their diets.

Not everyone down in Academy Park has such a cavalier attitude, however, and seem very aware — not to mention nervous — about the health risks of sleeping outside in the freezing cold and wet.

For a medically indicated xray, the diagnostic benefit outweighs the minimal risk, so although it is always prudent to be aware of cumulative xray exposure, worrying excessively about X-rays could lead to imprudent and dangerous health care decisions.

The research, published in the journal Obesity, showed that higher levels of «weight - bias internalization» — the term for what happens when people are aware of negative stereotypes about obesity and apply those stereotypes to themselves — were associated with more cases of metabolic syndrome, a combination of health issues that raise the risk for heart disease and diabetes.

Children and young people should: keep themselves fit through regular physical activity; have a positive self - image; talk about the benefits to their health through participation in physical outdoor activities; adopt a healthy lifestyle, including healthy eating appropriate to the demands of their activities; understand the risks to fitness and health posed by smoking, alcohol and drugs, and set an example in their own lifestyle; walk or cycle where this is a realistic and safe option, or take other regular exercise; want to continue their interest in outdoor activities beyond school and into adult life; independently participate in follow up courses where these are available; understand how much exercise is required to remain healthy; and are aware of the links between physical and emotional well - being.

Talk to your vet about your dog to see if there are any nutritional risks you should be aware of based on breed, age, or existing health problems.

Child Aware recognised that children and families often don't seek mental health support due to common barriers, such as the logistics of getting to the appointment, the need to obtain a referral from a general practitioner, the risk of missing out on school, and a lack of awareness about the funding available through Medicare.