Different between healthy and health?

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The terms "healthy" and "health" are related but refer to different concepts:

  1. Health: This is a noun that refers to the state of being free from illness or injury; it encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. Health can also describe the overall condition of an individual or community regarding their physical or mental state.

  2. Healthy: This is an adjective that describes something that promotes good health or is conducive to health. It can refer to behaviors, foods, lifestyles, and attributes that contribute to maintaining or improving one's health.

In summary, "health" is the state or condition, while "healthy" describes things that support or improve that state.