Physical Health
What does physical health mean?
Taking care of your body through movement, nutrition, sleep, and hygiene.
What does “gathering with gratitude” mean?
Coming together, sharing food, and being thankful.
Why do we eat food?
For energy, growth, and health.
What is stress?
A feeling of pressure or being overwhelmed.
What does “coping” mean?
How we deal with stress or emotions.
Name one benefit of being physically active.
More energy, better mood, stronger body, better sleep.
Why is eating together important in many cultures?
It builds connection, family bonds, and tradition.
How can food affect your mood?
It can improve focus, energy, and emotional balance.
Name one healthy way to deal with stress.
Deep breathing, talking to someone, walking, music, journaling.
Is yelling at others a healthy coping strategy?
No
How much physical activity should teens aim for most days of the week?
About 60 minutes of movement.
Name one food that is important in your culture or family.
Student answers (collard greens, rice, beans, plantains, etc.)
Name one food that helps your brain work better.
Fruits, veggies, whole grains, protein, nuts
Why is stress management important for school success?
It helps with focus, behavior, and decision-making.
Name one unhealthy way people sometimes cope with stress.
Substance use, fighting, shutting down, skipping school.
True or False: Physical health only affects your body, not your mind.
False — physical health affects mental health too.
How can sharing meals support mental health?
It helps people feel connected, less lonely, and supported.
What might happen if someone skips meals often?
Low energy, bad mood, trouble focusing.
What is one sign your body might be stressed?
Headaches, stomach aches, tiredness, irritability.
Why can unhealthy coping make problems worse?
It causes more stress, consequences, or harm.
Name one simple physical activity you can do without a gym.
Walking, dancing, stretching, playing outside, bodyweight exercises.
True or False: Cultural foods can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
True — balance matters, not cutting out culture.
True or False: Eating healthy means you can never eat snacks or treats.
False — balance is key.
Name 2 of the 3 types of stress we talked about in class last month.
Chronic, Traumatic, Acute
Why is smoking (cigarettes, vape, marijuana, etc.), an unhealthy coping strategy?
Because it harms your body, increases stress over time, and creates dependence instead of solving the problem.