Physical Activity
Should the nurses play a basketball game against the grade 5 students?
Not if you don't want a broken foot LOL
How many glasses of water should we drink a day?
8
How can we prevent type 2 diabetes?
healthy lifestyle choices
What does sugar do to our blood?
Should we never eat sugar again?
No, it is okay to eat in moderation as a treat
What is the recommended intensity of activity?
moderate-intense
What fruits from smoothie day are a good source of fibre?
Bananas, strawberries, and raspberries
True or False: A normal blood sugar reading is 9.
False.
What organ helps circulate blood throughout our body?
The heart
True or False: Diabetes is a virus.
False
How many minutes a day should a grade 5 students spend a day being active?
60 minutes
True/False: Prepackaged snacks are high in sodium and sugar.
True. We want to eat fresh fruits and veggies whenever it is possible.
What 3 body components are affected by type 2 diabetes?
1. pancreas
2. liver
3. blood
What happens when sugar starts to build up in the blood?
High blood sugar
What can vaping do to our lungs?
Popcorn lungs
What are two examples of moderate-intense activity?
1. Running
2. Basketball
3. Soccer
4. Dancing
5. Gymnastics
Where can you get fresh fruits and vegetables this summer?
How does type 2 diabetes affect our circulating blood?
Because it is thicker, it makes it harder for our heart to pump the blood throughout our body - especially to the body parts furthest away from our heart (fingers and toes)
Why does sugar build up in our blood when we have diabetes?
sugar cannot enter into cell because insulin is resistant
What is the difference between type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes? (effects on the body)
Type 1 - no insulin at all
Type 2 - insulin is present but resistant or not enough
How many hours of sleep is recommended each night?
8-10 hours is recommended.
What are some examples between a healthy fat and a saturated fat?
Healthy fat - avocado, nut butter, and olive oil
Saturated fat - butter, cream
How do people with Type 2 Diabetes convert food to energy?
Step 1 - the food we eat is broken down by our stomachs and turned into glucose
Step 2 - glucose moves into bloodstream and travels throughout body
Step 3 - pancreas is still producing insulin - however, the insulin is not allowing the glucose to enter the cell for energy
When sugar begins to build up in our blood, what signs and symptoms might we experience?
- increased thirst
- increased appetite
- increased urination (peeing)
What substance is the addictive substance in vapes?
Nicotine