Slang related to Health

 

• Bite the bullet:

  • Meaning: To endure pain or an unpleasant situation.

  • Sample sentence: I had to bite the bullet and get the flu shot, even though I'm not a fan of needles.

• Couch potato:

  • Meaning: A person who leads a sedentary lifestyle, often spending too much time sitting and watching TV.

  • Sample sentence: After a long day at work, I just want to be a couch potato and binge-watch my favorite shows.

• Detox:

  • Meaning: To eliminate toxins or cleanse the body, often through dietary changes.

  • Sample sentence: I'm going on a three-day detox to reset my body and improve my energy levels.

• Fit as a fiddle:

  • Meaning: In excellent physical condition.

  • Sample sentence: Despite his age, he's fit as a fiddle and can keep up with anyone on the basketball court.

• Gut feeling:

  • Meaning: Intuitive or instinctive feelings about something.

  • Sample sentence: I had a gut feeling that the new diet plan would work for me, and it did.

• Junk food:

  • Meaning: Unhealthy and processed food high in calories, sugars, and fats.

  • Sample sentence: I know I shouldn't, but sometimes I crave junk food like burgers and fries.

• Killer workout:

  • Meaning: A highly intense and effective exercise session.

  • Sample sentence: That spin class was a killer workout; I can feel my muscles working.

• Lose one's marbles:

  • Meaning: To lose one's mental faculties or sanity.

  • Sample sentence: After the stressful week, I feel like I'm about to lose my marbles.

• Muffin top:

  • Meaning: Excess fat that hangs over the waistband of tight pants, resembling the top of a muffin.

  • Sample sentence: I need to hit the gym; my jeans are giving me a muffin top.

• Nip it in the bud:

  • Meaning: To stop or prevent a problem at an early stage.

  • Sample sentence: I noticed a sore throat coming on, so I took some vitamin C to nip it in the bud.

• On the mend:

  • Meaning: In the process of recovering from an illness or injury.

  • Sample sentence: Thanks to the antibiotics, I'm on the mend and should be back to work soon.

• Paleo diet:

  • Meaning: A diet that mimics the eating habits of early humans, focusing on whole foods and avoiding processed items.

  • Sample sentence: I've been following the Paleo diet to improve my overall health and fitness.

• Quack remedy:

  • Meaning: An ineffective or fraudulent medical treatment.

  • Sample sentence: Be cautious about online ads promoting quack remedies for quick weight loss.

• Recharge one's batteries:

  • Meaning: To take a break or rest to restore energy and vitality.

  • Sample sentence: After the hectic workweek, I need the weekend to recharge my batteries.

• Sugar rush:

  • Meaning: A sudden burst of energy after consuming a sugary snack or drink.

  • Sample sentence: The kids had a sugar rush after eating all the candy at the birthday party.

• TLC (Tender Loving Care):

  • Meaning: Gentle and compassionate attention or care.

  • Sample sentence: When you're feeling under the weather, a bit of TLC from loved ones can make a big difference.

• Under the weather:

  • Meaning: Feeling unwell or sick.

  • Sample sentence: I can't make it to the party tonight; I'm a bit under the weather.

• Veg out:

  • Meaning: To relax and do nothing, often by lounging around like a vegetable.

  • Sample sentence: After a hectic day, I just want to veg out on the couch and watch TV.

• Work up a sweat:

  • Meaning: To engage in vigorous physical activity that causes perspiration.

  • Sample sentence: I always feel great after a workout where I work up a good sweat.

• Yoga pants:

  • Meaning: Comfortable and stretchy pants often worn for yoga or casual activities.

  • Sample sentence: I love wearing yoga pants; they're so comfy for lounging around the house.

• Zonked:

  • Meaning: Extremely tired or exhausted.

  • Sample sentence: After the long hike, I was completely zonked and ready for a nap.