Cold Hard Facts
This common winter condition happens when your body loses heat faster than it can produce it, causing your core temperature to drop below 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is Hypothermia?
This vaccine is the most effective way to reduce your chances of getting the flu each winter?
What is a Flu Shot?
This winter condition, caused by reduced sunlight, can make people feel sad, fatigued, and less motivated. Sometimes, a special lamp named after this condition can help alleviate symptoms.
What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?
This orange root vegetable is rich in beta-carotene, which your body converts into Vitamin A to support vision and immunity.
What is a carrot?
This winter month is the darkest of the year in the Northern Hemisphere
What is December?
True or False: You should rub frostbitten skin to warm it up quickly.
FALSE...
(Rubbing can cause more tissue damage which is no bueno)
The flu spreads mainly through droplets released when a person does this common action.
What is coughing/sneezing?
Spending time outside during daylight can help combat winter blues because sunlight helps your body produce this vitamin.
What is Vitamin D?
Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and grapefruits, are especially high in this vitamin, which helps the immune system fight off winter illnesses.
What is Vitamin C?
This Jewish winter holiday lasts eight nights and involves lighting a menorah.
What is Hanukkah?
These body parts are the first to be affected by frostbite (There are multiple answers here, any one of them will suffice).
Fingers, toes, ears, or nose
(These body parts are farthest from the heart)
When you have the flu, this is the organ system that is primarily affected, leading to symptoms like coughing, sore throat, and congestion.
What is the respiratory system?
Students often experience increased stress in winter due to finals. This wellness strategy involves taking short, intentional breaks to reduce stress and maintain focus.
What is mindfulness?
This popular side dish is made from fermented cabbage and is rich in probiotics that support gut health. It is traditionally eaten during the winter time, and the Germans love it.
What is Sauerkraut?
On New Year's Eve, in this European country, people eat exactly 12 grapes at midnight, one for each month of good luck in the coming year.
What is Spain?
Cold exposure activates this branch of the nervous system, leading to increased release of norepinephrine to help maintain body temperature.
What is the sympathetic nervous system?
Each year, scientists update the flu shot to target these parts of the virus, which are proteins on its surface that your immune system recognizes and attacks.
What are antigens?
This mineral, commonly found in dairy products, leafy greens, and fortified foods, supports bone health and mood. Many people often have lower levels of this mineral during winter.
What is calcium?
This small, round legume comes in varieties like green, brown, and red, and is packed with protein and fiber. They are typically used in several winter dishes, such as soups and stews, around the world.
What are lentils?
This country is famous for its winter tradition of building elaborate ice and snow sculptures at the annual Harbin Ice Festival.
What is China?
This type of specialized fat helps the body stay warm in cold temperatures by burning energy to produce heat, especially in the neck and upper back.
What is brown fat/brown adipose tissue?
Fever, chills, and body aches during the flu are caused by your immune system releasing these chemical messengers.
What are cytokines?
Regular physical activity in winter not only strengthens your body but also releases these brain chemicals, which improve mood, suppress pain, and reduce stress.
What are endorphins?
This nutty seed is often roasted, eaten as a snack, or added to oatmeal and baked goods, and it's high in protein, healthy fats, and vitamin E.
What is an almond?
The world "Yule," used in winter celebrations, originated from this European region's ancient winter traditions.
What is Scandinavia?