valeology

English

Etymology

Latin valeō (“I am strong, well or healthy”) +‎ -logy

Noun

valeology (uncountable)

1. The science of healthy living.
   • 2009, Steven B. Mertens, An International Look at Educating Young Adolescents, page 241:

     Scholars suggested that schools should create pedagogical valeology centers within the school structure in order to develop the awareness of teachers, students, and parents on health-related issues.

Derived terms

• valeological