Protein, Fat, Carb
Which category do the following foods belong to?
Pasta, bread, rice,
Carbohydrates
Too little of this vitamin found in citrus, can lead to depression...
Vitamin C
What is the recommended daily intake of water for adults?
8 cups
What does it mean to "eat the rainbow"?
Eat a variety of food to get proper nutrients without having to plan too much
Often different color foods contain different nutrients!
Name the five food groups?
Fruits, veggies, protein, grains, dairy.
These compounds help protect brain cells from oxidative stress and have been linked to improved cognitive function and mood...
Antioxidants
This type of exercise focuses on flexibility, mindfulness, and the connection between the body and mind
Yoga
What is the term for the state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress?
Burnout
This protein is considered nature's multivitamin because it has moderate amounts of every vitamin and mineral required by the human body...
Eggs!
A deficiency of this vitamin group is linked to increased depression, memory loss, irritability, and insomnia...
B Vitamins
When we exercise, our brains release specific hormones that can help lift our mood. What are these hormones called?
Endorphins
What is the recommended amount of sleep for an adult?
7-9 hours
Why is it good to eat eggs and fish like salmon and mackerel?
They have omega-3s
This practice emphasizes the importance of being present and attentive while eating to notice hunger/satiety cues and reduce stress eating...
Mindful Eating
Name 3 things that exercise can help improve
sharper memory, mood, sleep, energy, resilience, overall health, etc.
Name three HEALTHY ways that someone can deal with stress
What is exercise, playing sports, dancing, talking it out with friends/family, taking a nap, watching a movie, etc.?
These grains have had their bran and germ removed during processing, resulting in a loss of fiber, vitamins, and minerals
Refined Grains
Doing these things trigger endorphins and can increase positive feelings.
What is laughing and exercise?
What are some unconventional ways to get in exercise that can be made into habits?
- Taking the stairs instead of the elevator
- Dancing while listening to music
- Parking farther away in a grocery store parking lot
- Walking to and from local places (if safe to do so)
According to the national sleep foundation recommendation, how long should you stop using electronic devices before bed?
30 minutes
This is an area where fresh food is not readily available
What is a food desert?