You think you know how healthy you are? Answer our quiz to discover the truth

There seems to be a whole range of messages about the best ways to stay fit, healthy and live longer.

But do you really know what condition your health is in?

Elina Dunford, a nutrition therapist, runs a clinic and her own blog – Bowl of Goodness – and says maintaining balance is important.

"We are all different with different requirements and underlying issues," she says.

"But what should be the same for everyone, it's a stress free life, a good sleep, a little exercise, stay active and a healthy relationship with food."

The Sunday Mirror has set up a quiz game "How are you really healthy?" To give readers an indication of what aspects of their lives they could improve.

Elina said, "Such tests are useful for highlighting certain areas of health, but of course anyone with health problems should consult a doctor or professional.

"There are many aspects of health and well-being. We usually know diet, smoking, exercise, but our mental health, our problem-solving abilities, and our sleep patterns can also be a great indicator of what's going on in our body. "

Take a quiz to find out where improvements could be made …

1. How much alcohol do you drink?

A: No

B: Two or three per week

C: One or two a day

RE: More than two a day

2. How often do you eat red meat?

A: Once or twice a week

B: Never

C: A few times a month

RE: Everyday

3. How many times do you have 30 minutes of exercise a day (moderate to vigorous level)?

A: Everyday

B: One to three times a week

C: Four to five times a week

RE: What is the exercise?

4. What are your smoking history?

A: I have never smoked

B: I could slip one at a party

C: I stopped smoking and had no smoking for more than 6 months

RE: I am a regular smoker

5. How many coffees or teas do you drink?

A: No

B: A cup in the morning makes me leave

C: Two or three a day

RE: I live on the thing

6. How do you sleep?

A: I get six to eight solid hours per night

B: My sleep is broken and I'm lucky to have six hours

C: I get four to five hours at most and sometimes it's broken

RE: What is sleep? I struggle to get some solid hours

7. How do you react to stress?

A: I'm trying not to worry about things that I can not control

B: It concerns me but I try to distract myself and come back to it

C: I'm calling a friend and deflating myself

RE: I am obsessed and too thoughtful

8. How would you say that you approach life?

A: I always see the positive in any situation

B: I consider myself optimistic but sometimes I struggle

C: Of course, I immediately worry about the worst scenarios, but I try to get myself out of the fog

RE: I am definitely pessimistic and think that bad things will happen often

How were you fair? Dr. Dunford gives his verdict …

Mainly as

Your health is your priority and you are aware of every decision you make and how it will affect you.

And it does not matter if you make a decision because of your preferences, for example people who do not drink because they do not like the taste.

But even though this person may be perceived as a pinnacle of health, please be careful not to deprive yourself of it, because over time it could affect your mental health.

Too often, I see people in my clinic who lead a rushed life, exhaust themselves and believe they are doing the right thing by exercising as vigorously as possible and eating "clean" all the time.

In fact, I encourage my clients to go grab a piece of cake or a glbad of wine. It's about making life nice while avoiding excesses.

It is important to understand that you can enjoy your favorite foods even if they are high in calories, fat or added sugars.

The key is moderation. I do not really believe in people who say they are perfect in everything, but most of the time, they slip at some point, which is why I have a healthy balance at heart.

Mainly Bs

You know your state of health, but I would say that it is possible to make better choices.

Returning to deal with stressful scenarios later in the day might be perceived as using avoidance techniques, so make sure these events do not unwittingly grow larger the longer you wait.

I also encourage you to consider putting in a healthy sleep routine to try to make your relaxation time more plentiful.

Try to reduce the time spent in front of the screen two hours before going to bed, cutting it completely for one hour before the lights go out.

Consider perhaps doing something that relaxes you just before going to bed, such as a bath or a chapter of your favorite book. Keep this routine for a week and see if it makes a difference.

Mainly Cs

If your answers were mainly in this box, I would advise you to consult a doctor to discuss health problems or ways to improve your life.

Maybe start eating according to the 80/20 rule. 80% of whole foods unprocessed, then 20% of the type of food you will eat as a treat.

You may be at risk for anxiety if your sleep is interrupted, if your alcohol consumption is greater than what it should be and if you smoke regularly, and you will often find that the ## 147 ## One of these triggers the others.

It's easy to get into a routine, but making simple changes to your life can make all the difference and be the catalyst to improve every aspect. Do not worry, try to change everything at the same time.

Your worries could be better so take them one day at a time, making small, regular and workable changes.

Set a routine at bedtime and go to bed 10 minutes earlier each night. Going to bed early and improving the quality of sleep may mean that you wake up more restful when you wake up, then you can get up earlier and go for a walk, then exercise.

Mainly Ds

If options D were your choice, I would suggest that you make an appointment with a GP to see how he can help you.

You may be very stressed, emotional and anxious. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to fall into the trap where everything seems overwhelming.

Admitting that there may be a problem is not a weakness, it is the first step to change things for the better.

One step at a time is the key – if not, radically changing your life is only an additional stress.

A relationship with food, diet, stress and health are the four pillars of health and if any of them goes away, it's hard to stay healthy with just the other three . Small steps could change your life.