Sports
What is the word for an injure caused by striking or pressing, without breaking the skin but causing a discolored spot to develop?
bruise
What's the name for the body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders?
Immune system
What's an allergy?
A reaction by your immune system to something that does not affect most other people
How many hours of sleep do teenagers need?
From 8-10 hours of sleep per night.
Walking stick
crutch
Immunization is generally done through
vaccination
What is the best way to manage your allergies?
You should avoid contact with the substance that triggers the reaction
Name three healthy habits
Eating a balanced diet; regularly exercising; keeping a healthy body weight; avoiding alcohol, cigarettes, and heavy meals in the evening
Name 3 qualities that define physical fitness
body composition, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance
Name three childhood vaccines
Chickenpox, measles, mumps, rubella, influenza, whooping cough/pertussis, smallpox
Name 3 types of allergy
Hay fever (pollen allergy) house dust mites, food allergy, pet hair, insect sting allergy, drug allergy
How much fish should we be eating?
A healthy, balanced diet should include at least 2 portions of fish a week, including 1 of oily fish.
How much physical activity do teens need a day?
60 mins.
Give a synonym for vaccination
Injection, shot
Name 4 symtoms for allergy sufferers
sneezing, stuffy nose, coughing, itch nose/throat, trouble breathing, swelling, watery eyes, rash
How much water should you consume in a day?
2 litres (approximately 8 glasses)
Why does a person need endurance and stamina?
So they can participate in an activity without getting tired.
Which was the first vaccine created?
Smallpox vaccine, the first successful vaccine to be developed, was introduced by Edward Jenner in 1796.
What is the name for the substance that brings about an allergic reaction?
allergen
Name 3 nutrients
Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, water