Physical Health & Exercise
What is the recommended minimum number of minutes of physical activity per day for teens?
60 minutes
True or False: Stress can be both good and bad
True
What nutrients are the body's MAIN source of energy?
Carbohydrates
This country is famous for the tradition of hiding a Christmas pickle ornament?
Germany
What brings Frosty the snowman to life?
What type of exercise focuses on strengthening your heart and lungs?
Cardiovascular
What strategy involves focusing on the present moment to calm your mind.
What beverage is proven to prevent fatigue and support brain function?
Water
In this country, KFC is a popular Christmas meal.
Japan
How many ghosts visit Ebenezer scrooge on Christmas Eve?
Strong bones need this mineral found in milk and leafy greens
calcium
This is the term for the thoughts and feelings you have about yourself.
Self-esteem
What type of nutrients are carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?
Macronutrients
In which country do people celebrate by leaving shoes out for gifts instead of stockings?
The Netherlands
In Home Alone 2 -- What city does Kevin end up in?
New York
When you body loses more fluid than it takes in, this condition can occur.
Dehydration
Name 2 negative affects that stress can have your health
high blood pressure, poor sleep, tension, poor social connections, poor sleep, changes in appetite
Blue light from screens reduces the production of this hormone that helps you fall asleep.
Melatonin
In which country is it common to decorate trees with ornaments shaped liked spiders or spider webs?
Ukraine
What Christmas movie includes the characters Yukon Cornelius and the Bumble?
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Name 3 long-term benefits of regular physical activity (besides fitness)
Improved mood, stronger immune system, lower disease risk, better sleep
Name two realistic resources/organizations you can reach out to if you need support with your mental health
Guidance counsellor, Family Doctor, Kids Help Phone, etc.
Lack of sleep affects this part of the brain that controls decision-making.
The prefrontal cortex
What day marks the end of the 12 days of Christmas?
January 6 (Epiphany)
In the Movie Elf, what does Buddy the Elf say are the four main food groups?
Candy, Candy Canes, Candy corn, and Syrup