Health Idioms

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1. An apple a day keeps the doctor away

This idiom means that eating healthily can help to keep you healthy and avoid getting sick.

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My grandmother always told me to eat an apple every day to stay healthy, saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away."

I've started incorporating more fruits and vegetables into my diet, including an apple a day to help me stay healthy

While it's not a guarantee against illness, eating an apple a day can certainly contribute to good health

The old saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" has some truth to it, as apples are a good source of vitamins and fiber

I'm trying to improve my overall health, so I've started by making small changes like having an apple a day

2. Be fit as a fiddle

This idiom means to be in very good physical condition or health.

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After months of training, I feel as fit as a fiddle and ready to take on the marathon

My grandfather is almost 90 years old, but he's still as fit as a fiddle thanks to his active lifestyle

Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help you feel as fit as a fiddle, even as you age

Despite her busy schedule, my friend always makes time for exercise and is as fit as a fiddle

I was feeling a bit run down, but after a good night's sleep, I felt as fit as a fiddle the next day

3. Be the picture of health

This idiom means to appear very healthy and in good shape.

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After years of battling health issues, my doctor said that I was now a picture of health

With her glowing skin and boundless energy, my sister is the picture of health

Despite working long hours, my colleague always seems to be a picture of health

I was worried about my physical well-being, but my doctor assured me that I was a picture of health

It's important to take care of both your physical and mental health to be a picture of health

4. On the mend

This idiom means to be recovering from an illness or injury.

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After taking some medicine, I am finally on the mend

He is on the mend after his surgery last week

She has been feeling better every day and is now on the mend

The doctor said he is on the mend and should make a full recovery soon

The physical therapy has really helped him get on the mend

5. Be in good shape

This idiom means to be in good health and physical condition.

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I have been exercising regularly and eating healthy, so I am in good shape

He is in good shape for his age and can still run a mile without getting tired

She maintains a balanced diet and exercise routine to stay in good shape

The athlete is always in good shape and ready to compete

To be in good shape, it's important to take care of both your physical and mental health

6. Under the weather

This idiom means to be feeling ill or unwell.

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She couldn't come to work today because she's feeling a bit under the weather

He's been feeling under the weather since last night and hasn't been able to sleep

I think I'm coming down with a cold, I feel a bit under the weather

After staying up late and not eating properly, she felt a bit under the weather

He has been feeling under the weather for a few days now and needs to rest

7. Safe and sound

It implies that a person or thing has successfully escaped a dangerous or risky situation and has arrived at a place of safety.

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The hikers were relieved to be back home safe and sound after their trip

She made it through the storm and arrived at her destination safe and sound

The firefighters managed to rescue the family's pet and return it to them safe and sound

The child was found wandering alone but was returned safe and sound to their parents

They arrived at the airport with all their belongings intact and safe and sound

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