Nutrition
On average, American's are eating too much fat. Which of the following foods contain the most fat and should be eaten in small amounts?
A. bacon
B. orange
C. avocado
D. tortilla
bacon
True or False? Exercise is unnecessary, as long as you maintain a healthy diet.
False
How many cups of water should you drink a day?
8 cups
What is another name for vitamin C?
A. ascorbic acid
B. niacin
C. citrus
ascorbic acid
What does ICS stand for?
Independence Care System
Calcium is needed to keep bones strong. Which vegetable contains a significant amount of calcium?
A. squash
B. sweet potato
C. green onion
D. broccoli
broccoli
What are some examples of aerobic exercises?
Swimming
Cycling
Using an elliptical trainer
Walking
Rowing
Dancing
True or False? Our bodies are made up mostly of water?
True. About 66% of our body is water.
True or False? People who read books live an average of almost 2 years longer than those who do not read at all, a Yale research found.
True.
True or False? Independence Care System (ICS) has been recognized as a 2021 Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability (NOD), a significant honor and the first in the organization’s 20-plus year history.
True
Citrus fruits are a good source of which vitamin?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin B
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Name a benefit of exercise?
Improves cardiovascular conditioning.
Decreases risk of heart disease.
Lowers blood pressure.
Increases HDL or "good" cholesterol.
Helps to better control blood sugar.
Assists in weight management and/or weight loss.
Improves lung function.
Decreases resting heart rate.
What are the benefits of water?
flushing bacteria from your bladder.
aiding digestion.
preventing constipation.
normalizing blood pressure.
stabilizing the heartbeat.
cushioning joints.
protecting organs and tissues.
carrying nutrients and oxygen to your cells.
Taking care of yourself before you have an accident or get an illness is _______________.
A. hygiene
B. preventive healthcare
C. life skills
D. heredity
preventative healthcare
What ICS class would you join to gain these benefits: “mindfulness exercises that will leave you feeling calm and refreshed in body, mind and spirit”?
Yoga
Which of the following is a macronutrient?
A. minerals
B. protein
C. water
D. vitamins
protein
True or False? Exercising turns fat into muscle.
False.
Fat tissue and muscle tissue aren't the same, and one can't turn into the other.
What are some signs of dehydration?
Dark urine, dry mouth, dry skin, dry eyes, sickness, mucsle/joint pain, lethargic
Which part of the fruit has the most amount of vitamins?
A. skin
B. seed
C. flesh
skin
Who is the president of the Civics League?
Sharifa
What are hydrogenated, unsaturated, polyunsaturated, and monounsaturated?
A. Types of fats
B. Types of fibers
C. Types of sugar
D. Types of carbohydrates
Types of fats
Which should you apply if you think you've strained a muscle?
A. heat
B. ice
C. pressure
ice
What are some tips for increasing your water intake?
Flavor water with fruit
In sight in mind
Drink water every time you go to the bathroom
Increase fruit and vegetable consumption
Which is the best snack to have during the day?
A. rice/pastas
B. biscuits
C. nuts
nuts
Nuts are high in fibre and healthy fats and it will curb your hunger for long.
What group would you go to in order to have your member issues resolved?
Member's counsel