Healthy Eating
Should you guilt yourself for eating junk food?
No
What should your bedroom be for?
Sleep only.
Examples: daydream, distractions, mindfulness, breathing
List 1 type of connection that can reduce stress.
Examples: nature, social, pet, self
How long does it take to create a habit and how long does it take to change a habit?
typically 7 days to create a new habit and typically 1-3 months to change a negative habit.
What is meant by "healthy eating"?
Example: You get to determine this with your doctor and can look different for each body.
One thing you can do to your space to make it easier to sleep?
Examples: Temp control, black out curtains, reduce lights, have your bedroom only be for sleep,
List two ways to relax (cannot be technology based).
Examples- nature, affection, sleep, eat, exercise, shower, book, coloring, legos, etc.
What is 1 benefit of going outside?
Examples: reduce stress, align sleep patterns, builds connections
How many minutes of exercise a week does the American Heart association recommend?
150 (must be within 25 to get the points)
What types of foods does your body need?
Depends on the body but typically all of them - carbs (grains), vegetables, fruits, protein, fats, water.
(Need at least 3 to get points)
How soon before bed is it recommended to not be on a screen?
1 hour before bedtime. - Screens can single your brain that it is daylight.
List at least 3 things that can cause stress.
Examples: Lack of sleep, High emotions, Anxiety, Depression, Change in appetite, Burnout, Psychical health complication, school, schedules, being overwhelmed, expectations: etc.
What are 2 things that having social connections can do for you?
Examples: reduce stress, support, fun, bring joy
Name 1 thing that rhythm can do for you.
Examples: reduce stress, create connections, build resilience
How much water a day do most people need?
Based on body weight, exercise, environment, and health. 11-15 cups of fluids are typically needed.
-The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
List at least 2 things that can affect sleep.
Examples: exercise, caffeine, nutrition, stress, anxiety, depression, lack of routine, environment, weather, etc.
What is one physical thing that happens to your body/brain when you are stressed?
Examples: feelings out of whack, getting sick, mental health issues, tension in muscles and limbs, difficult time concentrating, slow processing speeds, memory complications, etc
List 3 outside activities you can do/try in winter.
Examples: ice skate, walk, sled, hockey, ski, snowboard
After how many days do you start to loose muscle mass?
7 days
Who can determine what you should eat for your specific body?
You, your guardians, and your doctor.
NOT your friends or media.
List at least 3 things you can do when your mind is racing at bedtime?.
Examples: Get out of bed, make a list, relaxation techniques, day dream, go outside, don't be hard on yourself, make your environment comfortable.
List 3 of the 7 ways to cope with stress.
1. Move your body 2. breathing 3. positive social interaction 4. laughter 5. affection 6. A big cry 7. Creative expression
With who can you find connections (list 3) and list one thing that the connection gives you.
Connections: friends, family, significant others, pets, natures, acquaintances, co-workers
Benefits: reduce stress, build relationships, reduce loneliness, build resilience
List 3 ways to incorporate rhythm into your life.
Examples: music, dance, walking, hugs, breathing