Reproductive Health


Reaching The Age of Adolescence I - Concepts
Class - 8th Foundation NTSE Subjects
 
 
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Reproductive Health

Poor nutrition in adolescence can have adverse health consequences in adulthood. Obesity and excessive fat intake increase the likelihood of being an overweight adult and puts the individual at risk for cardiovascular diseases and other health problems. Calcium and iron are both needed for growth. Vitamin D, which is needed to enable the body to absorb calcium, is often deficient if the diet contains no milk. Once a girl has started menstruating, her need for iron increases.

During adolescence, there is rapid mental and physical growth. The physical and mental well being of an individual is regarded as an individuals health. Therefore for proper individual health, every human being needs -

(i) To have a balanced diet.

(ii) To observe personal hygiene and cleanliness regularly

(iii) To undertake adequate regular exercise.

To have a balanced diet:

A balanced diet contains the right amount of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. The diet should contain adequate amount for cereals for carbohydrate, pulses for proteins, controlled amount of butter and ghee for energy and fruits anf vegetables for protection against diseases.

Personal hygiene and regular exercise :

It involves proper cleanliness, regular exercise, proper rest or sleep. With the onset of puberty there occur different changes in the body . During this period sweat glands become more active and hair starts growing in the armpit and pubic region of the body. So , in this case bathing , washing and ironing clothes become very important . Regular exercise and playing outdoor games also help in the proper growth of the body of teenagers.

Say No to Drug:

Adolescents are advised not to feel confused or insecure. You are just passing through a period of much activity in the body and mind, which is a normal part of growing up. So if anybody suggests that you will get relief by taking some drugs just say No to them. Drugs are actually addictive and once taken, there is a tendency to take them again and again.

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Question : 1

Lack of iodine in our diet causes _________________

Right Option : C
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Question : 2

Which of the following are correct ?

(a) Reproductive health is concerned with healthy and safe sexual practices.

(b) Reproductive health also depends on healthy behaviour and out look towards sex life.

(c) Reproduction at an early age, say between 13 and 20 years, is not advisable as the uterus is not completely developed to hold the foetus for the entire gestation period of 9 months.

Right Option : D
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Question : 3

A married young man of 25 years is not having a child. The possible reason for this is _________________________

Right Option : A
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