Macronutrients/Nutrition
What are the 3 macronutrients
Proteins, carbohydrates, fats
What are the 3 sides of the health triangle?
Physical, mental/emotional, and social
Deep breathing and physical activity are examples of this type of stress response.
Healthy ways to cope with stress
Name a sign of dehydration
Headache, dark urine, thirst, dry mouth, etc.
This is a simple form of meditation where you focus on your breathing.
Deep breathing or mindful breathing
This macronutrient is the body's main source of energy.
Carbohydrates
Eating healthy and exercising regularly strengthen this side of the health triangle.
Physical Health
This is a physical sign of stress, like a racing heart or sweating.
Stress response/Phase 1
How many cups of water are you recommended to drink per day
This time of day, when distractions are minimal, is often the best for meditation and to stay off your phone
In the morning (or before bed)
This macronutrient helps build and repair muscles and tissues
Protein
Spending too much time alone could weaken which side of your health triangle?
Social Health
Unhealthy stress coping methods, like overeating or avoiding problems, are bad because they lead to this.
More stress or health problems
What percent of the body is water?
About 60%
Reflecting on your thoughts, feelings, and actions helps you better understand this
Self-awareness
Too much of this, found in sweets and soda drinks, can lead to weight gain and energy crashes.
Soda
Volunteering or spending time with friends improves this side of the triangle.
Social Health
Talking to a trusted friend or adult when feeling overwhelmed is an example of this.
Seeking support
What percent of the brain is water
About 75 (73-78%)
Meditation can help reduce this common mental health issue caused by stress
Anxiety
This macronutrient is essential for brain health and energy storage. Examples include avocados and nuts.
Fats
The definition when all 3 sides of the health triangle are even and strong
Wellness
What gets released that can help you pick up a car in "fight or flight" phase (known as the emergency hormone)
Adrenaline
Water helps regulate body temperature, carry nutrients, and do this with waste.
Remove waste/flush out toxins
Writing about your thoughts and emotions in this can enhance self-reflection
A Journal