NUTRITION
Which nutrient helps build and repair muscles?
Protein
What type of exercise strengthens the heart and lungs?
Cardiovascular exercise
What is a communicable disease?
A disease that spreads person to person
What does OTC stand for?
Over-the-counter
What are the three parts of health?
Physical, mental/emotional, social
What vitamin is produced from sunlight exposure?
Vitamin D
Name one benefit of regular exercise.
Strength/endurance/mental health/etc.
What is one way germs spread?
Sneezing/coughing/contact/etc.
Why should prescriptions only be used by the person prescribed?
Can be dangerous/misused
What is wellness?
Overall good health
Why is water important for the body?
Hydration/body functions/temperature regulation
Why is warming up before exercise important?
Prevents injury/prepares muscles
Why is handwashing important?
Prevents spread of disease
What should you do before taking medicine?
Read directions/check dosage
Why is sleep important for teenagers?
Growth/focus/mood/health
Why can excessive sugar consumption negatively affect health?
Weight gain/diabetes/tooth decay/etc.
How can exercise improve mental health?
Reduces stress/improves mood/releases endorphins
What is the difference between communicable and noncommunicable diseases?
One spreads; one does not
Why can mixing medicines be dangerous?
Interactions/side effects
How are physical and emotional health connected?
Each affects the other
Explain how nutrition affects energy and school performance.
Healthy foods improve focus, energy, and brain function.
Explain why physical fitness is important for long-term health.
Reduces disease risk/improves body function/longevity
Explain how lifestyle choices can affect disease risk.
Diet/exercise/smoking/sleep impact health
Explain why medicine misuse can become harmful.
Addiction/overdose/health damage
Explain why balance is important for overall wellness.
Too much stress/unhealthy habits hurt health.