Across
- 2. - A medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently elevated, often linked to lifestyle factors.
- 7. - The body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment despite external changes.
- 8. - The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
- 9. Rhythm - The natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours.
- 10. - The body’s ability to resist or fight off infection and disease.
Down
- 1. - Substances that inhibit oxidation and can protect the body from damage by free radicals.
- 3. - Chemicals produced by the body that relieve stress and pain, often released during exercise.
- 4. - Considering the whole person, including physical, mental, and social factors, rather than just symptoms of a disease.
- 5. - The chemical processes in the body that maintain life, including the conversion of food into energy.
- 6. - A lifestyle characterized by much sitting and little physical activity, often linked to health issues.