nutrition
what is nutrition?
the processes involved in taking in nutrients and assimilating and utilizing them.
what is the one essential nutrient no person can live without?
water
refers to the ability of the body to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection.
what are allergies?
are hyper sensitivity disorders of the immune system.
distribute your body weight ______ and on ____ _____
evenly, both hips
what are the six classes of nutrients?
carbs, vitamins, fats, minerals, proteins, and water
as an estimate, how many Americans are chronically dehydrated?
75%
what is the difference between natural and acquired immunity?
natural: inherited
acquired: developed from diseases or vaccinations
can you suddenly develop an allergy?
yes
an anti fatigue mat
grains, dairy, vegetables, protein foods, and fruits
true or false?
the human body requires approximately 3 liters of fluid a day?
false
what are the most important choices regarding the immune system?
proper nutrition, sleep, and not smoking
what is the best prevention for many bone and joint pains?
ergonomics
what ergonomic exercises can you do for the fingers?
get a tension ball, grip it tightly for a count of 5, repeat 5 times
what vitamins have particularly significant effects on the skin?
vitamins A, C, D and E
what is the equation to determine how much water you should be drinking?
(your body weight/2)8
true or false?
you should take antibiotics only when you need them
true
what is the most important decisions you will make when it comes to style?
what footwear you choose to wear to work
true or false?
you should always wear gloves during chemical processes
true
true or false?
you should depend on supplements to make up for poor nutrition.
false
what does drinking pure water do for the body?
keeping the body healthy, sustains cell health and aids in the elimination of toxins.
what is a patch test?
is a test for identifying a possible allergy in a client
how should you take care of a hair splinter?
soften the skin with warm water, remove the splinter with tweezers, wash hands, antiseptic, bandage.
what should you do if you're thinking of having a child?
reread the labels and understand the safe use of products