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How healthy are you?

keeping fit

A panel of Bupa fitness experts have devised this health quiz to test how healthy you really are.

1. Is your BMI (Body Mass Index) between 20-25?

(click here to calculate your BMI)

1.

A lot over 25

2.

Just over 25

3.

Yes

4.

Just under 20


For information about how to lose weight quickly and effectively click here.


2. Do you smoke?

1.

Yes, 20 or more a day

2.

Yes, just a few a day

3.

No, but I did years ago

4.

No, I've never smoked


Click here for advice about stopping smoking.


3. How often do you visit your GP?

1.

Once or twice a year

2.

Three or four times a year

3.

Six or more times a year

4

.

Never


Find out about Bupa health screening.


4. What do you usually eat for breakfast?

1.

Healthy (eg. cereal, porridge, toast and spread/jam)

2.

Just fruit or juice

3.

Fry up

4.

Don't eat breakfast


For information about diet and weight, click here. Why not try these fibre friendly recipes by John Torode.


5. Does your exercise regime consist of:

1.

A regular routine of at least 30 minutes, three times a week

2.

A weekly visit to the gym or run in the park

3.

Running for a bus and dashing to the shops

4.

I don't have time for an exercise regime


Why should I exercise?


6. How many helpings of fruit and vegetables do you have each day? (One helping is about a handful or a glass of juice.)

1.

Five portions or more

2.

Three or four portions

3.

Less than three portions

4.

I rarely eat fruit and vegetables


Add some zest to your diet with some fresh fruit and vegetable juices. Find out more about vitamins and minerals.


7. How under pressure are you?

1.

Overburdened, but managing

2.

Busy most of the time

3

.

I get time to think and reflect

4.

Overburdened and not coping


Stress and how to combat it.


8. How often do you suffer minor ailments, such as sore throats, cold sores or mouth ulcers?

1.

More than six times a year

2.

3-4 times a year

3.

Once or twice a year

4.

Almost never

  

9. How often do you take a holiday?

1.

At least one two week break every year

2.

Very rarely take a break/holiday

3.

Usually manage a few days break two/three times a year

4.

Take a week off twice a year


If you are under stress you may find yourself becoming more irritable and anxious.


10. Are most of the meals you eat:

1.

Fried

2.

Grilled or baked

3.

Boiled or steamed

4

.

Microwave


How to ensure your cholesterol levels are healthy.


11. How many units of alcohol do you drink a week?

MEN:

1.

I don't drink

2.

1-5 units per week

3.

11-21 units per week

4.

More than 21 unit

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WOMEN

:

1.

I don't drink

2.

1-4 units per week

3.

5-14 units per week

4.

More than 14 units


Not sure how much you drink? Check out your weekly alcohol levels here.


12. Most of the drinks you consume each day are:

1.

Coffee/tea

2.

Water

3.

Fizzy drinks/colas

4.

Juice or squash

  
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