Health Age Calculator – Answer Guide

Enter your age:

  • Input your current age in years (whole number).

1. How often do you exercise?

  • Think about structured physical activity (gym, running, sports, classes, etc.).

  • Choose the option that reflects your weekly average.

2. How long is your usual exercise session?

  • Consider the average duration of each workout.

  • If your sessions vary, pick the most common length.

3. How would you rate your diet quality?

  • Poor: Mostly processed/fast food, little balance.

  • Fair: Some healthy choices but inconsistent.

  • Good: Balanced meals (proteins, vegetables and required carbs), regular healthy foods.

  • Excellent: Consistently nutritious, whole-food focused.

4. How many servings of fruits and vegetables do you consume daily?

  • One serving = 1 cup raw veggies, ½ cup cooked veggies, or 1 medium fruit.

  • Estimate your daily intake and select the closest option.

5. How often do you consume sugary drinks?

  • Includes soda, sweetened teas, juices with added sugar, energy drinks.

  • Pick the option that best reflects your weekly pattern.

6. How often do you consume alcohol?

  • Consider all alcoholic beverages.

  • “Occasionally” = less than once a week, “Weekly” = 1–3 times per week, “Daily” = most days.

7. Do you smoke or use tobacco?

  • Include cigarettes, cigars, vaping, chewing tobacco.

  • Choose the option that best describes your current or past use.

8. How would you rate your sleep quality (hours per day)?

  • Count your average nightly sleep duration.

  • If inconsistent, use the number of hours you get most nights.

9. How often do you feel stressed (days per week)?

  • Reflect on mental/emotional stress.

  • Estimate how many days per week you feel significantly stressed.

10. How well do you manage stress?

  • Poorly: Rarely use relaxation techniques.

  • Fair: Use coping strategies sometimes.

  • Well: Usually apply stress-management skills.

  • Very well: Consistently use healthy coping methods.

11. What is your BMI / body composition?

  • Use a BMI calculator (weight ÷ height²).

  • If very muscular/athletic, consider “very fit / athlete” even if BMI suggests otherwise.

12. Do you have chronic health conditions?

  • Chronic conditions include diabetes, hypertension, asthma, heart disease, etc.

  • Choose based on your doctor’s diagnosis.

13. How many medications do you take daily?

  • Count prescription medications.

  • Do not include supplements unless prescribed.

14. How often do you get preventive health check-ups?

  • Includes annual physicals, screenings, or wellness visits.

  • Choose the option that reflects your regular schedule.

15. How active is your social life?

  • Consider in-person and meaningful virtual interactions.

  • “Very active” = more than once weekly social engagement.

16. How often do you engage in cognitive activities (reading, puzzles, learning)?

  • Includes brain-stimulating hobbies like learning skills, crosswords, studying, etc.

  • Choose the closest average frequency.

17. How much daily physical activity do you do outside exercise?

  • Includes walking, household chores, gardening, commuting, etc.

  • Estimate total daily minutes beyond formal workouts.

18. How often do you consume fast food or fried food?

  • Fast food = take-out, quick-service meals.

  • Fried food includes deep-fried snacks/meals.

  • Choose your typical weekly pattern.

19. How often do you feel fatigued or tired?

  • Consider physical and mental fatigue.

  • Pick the option closest to your average experience.

20. How satisfied are you with your overall health?

  • Reflect on your general wellbeing (physical, mental, lifestyle habits).

  • Select the option that matches your self-assessment.