Ways to Measure Physical Health

Some common measures of physical health include:

• body mass index (BMI),
• blood pressure,
• cholesterol levels
• heart rate.

Several assessments can be conducted to check whether a person is healthy.

• A physical exam by a healthcare provider can evaluate various aspects of physical health, including vital signs, cardiovascular and respiratory function, and physical appearance.
• Medical tests such as blood tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures can provide additional information about a person's health status.

In Ayurveda,

• The balance of these doshas is believed to be critical to maintaining good health, while an imbalance can lead to disease.
• Physical examination:
  • Pulse diagnosis
  • Analysis of the individual's lifestyle, dietary habits, and mental state.
• Diagnostic techniques to evaluate an individual's health status:
  • Tongue diagnosis
  • Eye examination
  • Assessment of bodily wastes