English — Vocabulary: Health and Fitness (Illnesses, Healthy Lifestyle) — 2nd Year Secondary — Literary Stream — Baccalaureate — Algerian Curriculum

English — Vocabulary: Health and Fitness (Illnesses, Healthy Lifestyle) — 2nd Year Secondary — Literary Stream — Baccalaureate — Algerian Curriculum

Common Illnesses and Symptoms

• Cough / Cold / Flu: respiratory infections. “I have a bad cold.”
• Fever / Temperature: high body temperature. “She has a fever of 39°C.”
• Headache / Toothache / Stomachache: different types of pain.
• Allergy: reaction to something. “I have a pollen allergy.”
• Asthma: breathing difficulty. “He has asthma attacks.”
• Diabetes / High blood pressure: chronic diseases.

Medical Treatment Vocabulary

Healthy Lifestyle Vocabulary

• Balanced diet: eating nutritious food in proper proportions.
• Exercise / Workout: physical activity to stay fit.
• Sleep / Rest: essential for recovery and health.
• Mental health: emotional and psychological well-being.
• Stress / Anxiety: mental health issues.
• Meditation / Yoga: relaxation techniques.

Useful Expressions

• “Prevention is better than cure.”
• “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.”
• “Health is wealth.”
• “How are you feeling today?” – “I’m feeling better/worse.”
• “You should see a doctor.” / “Take this medicine twice a day.”

Exercises

1. Describe your daily routine for a healthy lifestyle (50-60 words).
2. Role play: You visit the doctor with a health problem.
3. Write a paragraph about the importance of mental health.

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