Puberty
The gland in the brain that starts puberty by sending signals to the body to release hormones
What is pituitary gland
The health triangle has three sides: physical, social, and this kind of health.
What is mental health
This nutrient helps build and repair muscles and is found in meat, beans, and nuts
What is protein
The three “R’s” that help reduce waste and protect the environment
What is reduce, reuse, recycle
Experts recommend that teens get about this many hours of sleep each night
What is 8-10 hours
Two main hormones responsible for most physical changes during puberty—one for males and one for females
Eating nutritious foods, getting enough sleep, and exercising are all part of this side of the health triangle.
What is physical health
The nutrient that provides the most energy per gram, found in oils, butter, and nuts
What are fats
This natural resource covers about 70% of the Earth’s surface and is essential for all living things
What is water
Using your phone or other screens before bed can make it harder to sleep because of this kind of light.
What is blue light
The first sign of puberty for most people assigned female at birth
Talking to friends, showing respect, and communicating well help this side of the health triangle stay strong
What is social health
Eating foods from all food groups and getting the right amounts of nutrients is called this
What is a balanced diet
Keeping your home, school, and community clean helps prevent illness by reducing exposure to these harmful substances
What are pollutants or toxins
The deep stage of sleep where dreaming usually happens
What is REM
One of the first visible signs of puberty for most people assigned male at birth.
What is growth of testicles or a deeper voice
The health triangle works best when all three sides are this.
What is balanced
Your body uses this mineral, found in foods like bananas and potatoes, to help muscles work and prevent cramps
What is potassium
This invisible gas is released by cars and factories and contributes to air pollution
What is carbon dioxide (CO2)
Sticking to a consistent bedtime and wake-up time helps improve this — your body’s natural sleep rhythm.
What is your circadian rhythm
During puberty, it’s common to feel more emotional and self-conscious. This part of the brain is still developing and helps with decision-making and emotional control.
What is the pre-frontal cortex
Feeling confident, managing stress, and expressing emotions in a healthy way help improve this side of health
What is mental or emotional health
Breakfast is often called this because it does this after a night of sleep
breaking the fast
When harmful substances get into rivers, lakes, or oceans, it’s called this
What is water pollution
This hormone increases when you sleep and helps your body grow and repair tissues
What is growth hormone