General Body Systems
Body system responsible for locomotion
Muscular System
A doctor that specializes in the largest organ of the body (which is responsible for protecting the entire body)
Dermatologist
Breads, pastas, cereals, candies, chips, sodas, and sugars are examples of which nutrient?
Carbohydrates
Pathogen
A rare (at least in the US) illness caused by a lack of Vitamin C (or, not eating your fruits and vegetables)
Scurvy
Body System responsible for protecting inner organs and providing stability and support
Skeletal System
A doctor who specializes in the nervous system and the brain
Neurologist
A diet which excludes meat products
Vegetarian
The 5 categories of pathogens
viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa (parasite), and worms
A common illness that can cause spikes or drops in blood sugar
Diabetes
Body System responsible for receiving and sending signals and messages
Nervous System
A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental disorders via medication
Psychiatrist
A diet that excludes ALL animal based PRODUCTS
Vegan
Two most common illnesses spread by viruses
Common Cold and Flu (influenza)
The number one preventable cause of death, usually caused by sedentary lifestyles, smoking, excessive drinking, and chronic unhealthy diets
Cardiovascular Disease
Body System responsible for TRANSPORTING nutrients to body cells
Cardiovascular System
(or Circulatory System)
A doctor who specializes in cancer
Oncologist
The TWO nutrients that do not actually provide any energy, but are responsible for growth, development, chemical reactions in the body, and body processes
Vitamins and Minerals
Common illness caused by the spread of bacteria: causes sore throat, difficulty swallowing, swollen glands, and spots on the back of the throat
Strep throat
The TWO Body System responsible for preventing illnesses
Lymphatic System (helps drainage)
Immune System (builds immunity and actively fights illnesses)
A public health professional who investigates patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans. They attempt to reduce the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes through research, community education, and health policy.
Epidemiologist
The most important nutrient
Water
Three common/well known VIRAL Sexually Transmitted Illnesses/Diseases
Herpes, HPV, AIDS/HIV, Hepatitis
A disease characterized by weak and brittle bones: often caused by chronic malnourishment.
Osteporosis