Author Question: Describe the traditional view of health in the Philippines. How is health ... (Read 32 times)

imowrer · **on:** Aug 19, 2018

Describe the traditional view of health in the Philippines. How is health maintained?

Question 2

Which scenario illustrates the best example of the link between food behavior and emotions?
a. someone who eats fast food for lunch every day
b. someone who would rather sit home and eat than ask a friend to go to a movie and risk rejection
c. someone who always eats popcorn while watching a movie
d. a pregnant women who craves pickles
e. someone who eats funnel cake at the beach

ciecieme · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Most Filipinos adhere to the concept of bahala na, meaning that life is controlled by the will of God and by supernatural forces. If a person behaves properly, shows consideration of others and sensitivity in relationships, fulfills debts and obligations, shows gratitude, and avoids shame, he or she is rewarded with health in this life and eternal life after death. Many Filipinos believe that illness is a punishment for transgressions against God. Religious medals are worn for protection from evil.

In the Philippines health is maintained through the balance (timbering) of natural and supernatural elements. A person is thought to be predisposed to certain illnesses, and the timing of external events contributes to the development of disease. Unbalanced conditions, such as working too much, overeating, excessive drinking, inadequate diet or sleep, unhygienic conditions, infections, accidents, emotional stress (especially fright or anxiety), or loss of self-esteem, may increase a person's vulnerability, as do factors such as the season and the weather.

Answer to Question 2

b