Exercise
You do NOT need this to exercise?
What is a gym or expensive equipment
This macronutrient is required for the repair and growth of muscle tissue after exercise
What is protein
Stretching before bed may help some people relax and sleep better.
True
What social activity can help improve emotional wellness in older adults?
Group activities or clubs!
What does “pasteurized” mean?
Heated to kill harmful bacteria
What is the medical term for age-related muscle loss?
Sarcopenia
What artificial sweetener became extremely popular in diet foods during the 1980s? HINT:FOUND IN DIET SODA
Aspartame
Muscles are technically broken down during exercise and rebuilt during this.
Rest / recovery / sleep
This macronutrient is the body's preferred fuel source during exercise
Carbohydrates
The body can tell the difference between emotional stress and physical stress.
False
This grapefruit-heavy fad diet promised fast weight loss and bad moods.
What is the Grapefruit Diet
Which berry consistently ranks among the highest in antioxidants?
Blueberries
What hobby became popular during World War II as a way to grow food at home?
Gardening
Which diet trend encouraged people to avoid almost all fat in the 1990s?
Low-fat diet
Name a bodyweight exercise that works both your arms and chest, while also making your pecs very sore.
PUSH UPS
What nutrient helps regulate digestion and supports heart health?
Fiber
Walking is considered a low-impact form of exercise.
True
What is the term for healthy ways people manage stress, sadness, or difficult emotions?
Coping skills
Which vegetable is known for containing more potassium than a banana per serving?
Sweet Potatoes
What famous game uses numbers and cards and is popular in senior communities?
Bingo
In the 1950s, some cigarette ads claimed smoking could help with what?
Weight loss
What slow, controlled exercise has been shown to help improve balance in older adults?
Tai Chi
What is the name of the natural sugar found in milk?
Lactose
Cracking your knuckles has been proven to cause arthritis.
False
What hormone is released during stressful situations and is often called the “stress hormone”?
Cortisol
What is the only food naturally produced by insects that humans commonly eat?
Honey
What 1980s fitness queen wore leg warmers and made aerobics cool?
Jane Fonda
What colorful kitchen appliance became a symbol of dieting in the 1970s for making shakes and “health drinks”?
Blender
What exercise is often called the “king of all exercises” because it uses multiple large muscle groups at once?
The Squat
Which fatty acids are most associated with heart health benefits?
A. Omega-3 fatty acids
B. Trans fats
C. Saturated fats
Omega-3 fatty acids
The body loses water through breathing.
True
What emotional wellness benefit can pets provide for many older adults?
Comfort and companionship
What food is the largest dietary source of antioxidants for many Americans?
Coffee
What dance craze had people twisting in the 1960s?
The Twist
What low-calorie frozen dinner brand became popular with dieters in the 1980s and 1990s?
Lean Cuisine
Why is grip strength important for older adults?
It helps with daily tasks like opening jars, carrying groceries, and improving overall hand function.
Which nut has the most omega-3 fatty acids in it?
Almonds
Peanuts
Cashews
Walnuts
Walnuts
Tendons connect bone to bone.
False
What is the medical term for trouble falling or staying asleep caused by stress or anxiety?
Insomnia
What is hummus traditionally made from?
Chickpeas
This energetic fitness guru became famous for tank tops and sweating.
Hint: Curly hair, tiny shorts, huge energy.
Richard Simmons
What was the name of the cigarette brand advertised with the “More doctors smoke…” campaign?
Camel
What does VO2 max measure?
How efficiently the body uses oxygen during exercise
Which has more protein? A. 2 eggs B. 2 tablespoons peanut butter C. Greek yogurt
C Greek yogurt
Muscles push bones to create movement.
False
What neurotransmitter is known for helping control motivation and feelings of reward?
Dopamine
What nutrient deficiency causes the disease scurvy?
Vitamin C
What condition causes bones to become weak and brittle with age?
Osteoporosis
What fitness machine from the 1980s promised riders they could “lose inches while sitting”?
The stationary exercise bike