health behavior
nounUK /hɛlθ bɪˈheɪvjə/
US /hɛlθ bɪˈheɪvjər/
The things you do every day to keep your body strong and well.
Washing your hands before eating is a good health behavior.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Actions a person takes to prevent illness or injury.
Wearing a helmet while biking is a health behavior that protects your head.
3. The study of habits that affect physical and mental well-being.
Her class on health behavior taught students how sleep affects mood.
4. Patterns of activity tracked by doctors to understand a patient's lifestyle.
The nurse asked about his health behavior, like diet and exercise.