Am I Healthy?

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Despite what you might think, what makes someone “healthy” isn’t always obvious—some people seem healthier than they are, and other people don’t realize just how healthy they really are! Moreover, your health can be affected by lots of factors beyond your control—like your genetics or your environment—so what’s healthy for one person may be different from what’s healthy for someone else.

If you’re wondering how you score on the wikiHow health-o-meter, you’re in the right place. This quiz will tell you if you’re taking good care of yourself or if it’s time to make some changes to your habits—and we’ll also offer expert-backed, helpful guides to get you started on a healthier path if that’s your goal.

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Questions Overview

1. Do you get enough sleep at night?
  1. Yes! I sleep about eight or nine hours a night.
  2. For the most part, yeah. I sleep about six or seven hours a night.
  3. Not really—I usually sleep about four or five hours a night.
  4. Not at all! I probably sleep fewer than four hours a night!
2. How would you describe your sleep?
  1. Deep. I sleep straight through the night and feel rested when I wake up.
  2. Mostly restful; I might toss and turn a little though.
  3. Not very good. I toss and turn a lot and wake up more than once.
  4. Bad! I really struggle to sleep soundly for the night.
3. Do you eat lots of fruits and veggies throughout the day?
  1. Yes! I eat a fruit or vegetable with every meal—and often as a snack, too.
  2. Sure, I try to eat a fruit or veggie with most meals.
  3. Not really. I eat a few fruits or veggies a day.
  4. No, I hardly ever eat fruit or vegetables.
4. Do you eat more red meat or more lean protein?
  1. I eat mostly lean meat, fish, and/or plant proteins.
  2. I eat a pretty balanced mix of both lean meat/plant protein and red meat.
  3. I eat lean protein occasionally, but I eat more red meat.
  4. I pretty much only eat red meat.
5. Do you tend to eat more whole grains (like 100% whole wheat bread and pasta or brown rice) or regular pasta, white rice, and white bread?
  1. Definitely more whole grains.
  2. A mix of both.
  3. Mostly the regular stuff.
  4. I almost never eat whole grains.
6. How often do you eat sugary desserts, fast foods, or processed foods?
  1. Hardly ever, or only for special occasions.
  2. Not that often—a couple times a month, maybe.
  3. Pretty often—say, once or twice a week.
  4. Every day, or almost every day.
7. Let’s get physical! How often do you exercise?
  1. Every day!
  2. Almost every day.
  3. When I’m in the mood for it.
  4. I almost never exercise.
8. Would you say you have a lot of energy?
  1. Yes, definitely!
  2. Sure, sometimes.
  3. Not often.
  4. No, never.
9. Do you drink a lot of water?
  1. Yeah, I try hard to stay really hydrated. I drink all day long.
  2. I try to drink water throughout the day, but I don’t always drink enough.
  3. I drink water sometimes, but I don’t really focus on it.
  4. No, I hardly ever drink water.
10. Do you feel stressed out a lot of the time?
  1. Not really. 😁
  2. Sure, sometimes. 🙂
  3. Yeah, kind of. 😒
  4. Yep, all the time! 🙃
11. If you’re an adult, do you ever smoke cigarettes?
  1. No, never.
  2. I’ve smoked before, but I don't do it very often.
  3. Yeah, I probably smoke once a week on average.
  4. I smoke every day.
12. If you’re a grownup, do you ever drink alcohol?
  1. No, never.
  2. I’ve drunk before, but I don’t often.
  3. I drink fewer than 5 drinks per week.
  4. I drink more than 5 drinks per week.
13. Do you make time for fun or relaxation?
  1. Yeah, definitely! It’s important.
  2. Yeah, sometimes, when I can swing it.
  3. Not very often. I’m too busy.
  4. No, never. I’m so burned out, I just don’t have the time or energy.
14. Would you say you spend a lot of time outside?
  1. Yeah, I get out in nature whenever I can.
  2. Yeah, I try to get outside for a little bit every day.
  3. Not really—I go outside now and again.
  4. No way. I’m not an outdoorsy person at all.
15. Do you have any friends you care about and trust?
  1. Yeah! My best friends.
  2. Yeah, I think so.
  3. Not really.
  4. No, none.

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What does it mean to be “healthy”?

Being in good health means being free of illness, yes—but it also means maintaining a balanced and complete mental, physical, and social well-being. According to the World Health Organization, good health should be viewed not as an end in itself, but as a tool to make living easier and more enriching.

If you’re in good physical health , your body probably functions very well, due to the absence of illness in addition to regular physical activity; a balanced diet consisting of lean protein, whole grains, and fruits and vegetables; and 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night.

If you’re in good mental health , you’re generally satisfied with your life, don’t take too long to bounce back from difficult experiences, feel safe and secure, and feel equipped to reach your full potential in life.

If you’re in good social health , you maintain strong and trusting connections with at least a few people, but also get adequate time to yourself. You feel like you’re a member of a group and that you belong in the world.

Your mental, physical, and social well-being are all interconnected, and poor health in one area is likely to bleed into the other areas. For instance, being in poor social health may lead to poor mental and emotional health, which may negatively affect your physical health by making you less likely to exercise or more prone to drug abuse.

While much of your well-being is up to you, there are sometimes genetic or environmental factors outside of your control that can make it difficult to remain in good health, such as:

  • Your access to healthcare
  • Where you live
  • Your environment
  • Family medical history
  • Your income
  • Your education level
  • Your employment status

For instance, if you live in a city where the air quality is often poor, this may negatively affect your health over the long term. Or if type 2 diabetes runs in your family, you may be at a higher risk of getting it yourself. If the only grocery store near you doesn’t sell fresh fruit or vegetables, it might be hard to add enough of them to your diet.

That’s not to say there isn’t anything you can do to boost your health and feel better. There are always small steps you can take towards feeling more physically, mentally, and socially balanced, whether it’s running a 5k every day or just texting a friend when you’re feeling down. Both are activities that contribute to your physical, mental, and social well-being!

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