From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Military branch (also service branch or armed service) is according to common standard the subdivision of the national armed forces of a sovereign nation or state. In classical terminology, the three basic military branches are the Army, Air Force, and Navy. Army. Air Force.
Health factors in the County Health Rankings represent what influences the health of a county. We measure four types of health factors: health behaviors, clinical care, social and economic, and physical environment factors. In turn, each of these factors is based on several measures. A fifth set of factors that influence health (genetics and biology) is not included in the Rankings. Alcohol & Drug Use.
A negative energy balance (burning more than you consume) causes weight loss. A neutral energy balance (consuming and burning the same amount) promotes steady weight. Knowing how many calories you consume and burn gives you the power to adjust weight. Body weight is a good indicator of overall health (through Body Mass Index and body fat percentage). A high body weight is associated with an increased risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, strokes and cancer.