health and wellness
Health and wellness (noun) means the broad field concerned with keeping the body and mind in good condition, covering fitness, diet, sleep, mental health and preventive care rather than the treatment of disease alone. Example: “The company added a health and wellness allowance for gym fees and therapy.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking after your body and mind so you feel well, not just avoiding illness.
Neutral to corporate. Very common in HR, retail and media, where it functions almost as a single fixed label for a market sector.
Written without hyphens as a noun, but hyphenated before a noun in careful editing: a health-and-wellness programme.
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What is the difference between health and wellness?
Health is the actual condition of your body and mind, which can be measured and diagnosed. Wellness is the active pursuit of feeling well — the habits, choices and balance you maintain. You can be free of illness and still not feel well, which is why the two words are paired.
Is health and wellness singular or plural?
It takes a singular verb when it names the field or category, as in Health and wellness is a growing industry. Treat it as one subject rather than two.
What is the meaning of health and wellness?
"health and wellness" (noun) means the broad field concerned with keeping the body and mind in good condition, covering fitness, diet, sleep, mental health and preventive care rather than the treatment of disease alone.
What is another word for health and wellness?
Other words for "health and wellness" include wellbeing, wellness, healthcare and wellbeing.