Waterwood Health

Vitamins & Minerals

100

How many teaspoons of sugar does the average American eat per day?

a. Five

b. Seven

c. 15

d. 20

20

200

Which vitamin is essential for the absorption of iron?

you can get it from eating an orange

Vitamin C helps with the absorption of iron in the body

300

Which mineral is essential for proper blood clotting?

begins with C

A: Calcium is essential for proper blood clotting.

400

18. Which vitamin is known as the “sunshine vitamin”?

A: Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin” because it can be produced by the body when exposed

A: Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin” because it can be produced by the body when exposed

500

Which mineral is essential for proper nerve function?

You get it from bananas

Potassium

Body Parts

100

Can you live without your gall bladder

yes

200

What is the average number of teeth in an adult human mouth?

32

300

Where is the smallest bone in the human body

the ear

400

Which is the largest organ in the human body?

the skin

500

Name a part of the respiratory system

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Lungs: The main organs where gas exchange (oxygen and carbon dioxide) takes place. 
• Airways: The network of tubes (trachea, bronchi, bronchioles) that carry air to and from the lungs. 
• Diaphragm: A muscle that helps with breathing by expanding the chest cavity to allow air to enter the lungs. 
• Nose and Mouth: Entry points for air into the respiratory system. 
• Throat (Pharynx): A passageway that connects the nasal and oral cavities to the trachea. 
• Voice box (Larynx): Contains the vocal cords and helps with sound production. 

Diseases

100

When my teacher tells me "NO" or "STOP", I should ignore them.

NO!  It is not ok to ignore your teachers. Follow you teacher's directions and ask for help if needed. 

200

What makes someone a friend?

Trust

Kindess

Liking similar things

300

Which of the following is not a sign of depression for teens?

a. Increased energy levels

b. Sadness

c. Irritability or “attitude”

d. Lack of motivation

a.

400

Which of these health conditions is not a risk factor for heart disease?

a. Elevated blood sugar

b. Less than six hours of sleep per night

c. Poor eyesight

d. Lack of exercise

c.

500

 What clues might alert you that a friend or classmate is in distress? A. They get angry over nothing and always seem sad B. They suddenly don’t want to take part in any activities C. All of the above

c

Health/social skills

100

Making your bed each morning can help you sleep better at night — true or false?

a. True

b. False

true

200

Name 3 healthy fruits or vegetables. 

Bananas, Oranges, Apples, Pears, Strawberries, Broccoli, Celery, Carrots,  

300

Why is it important to wash your hands?

So that we don't spread germs and get people sick.

400

True or False: It is Okay to burp loudly when I am around other people.

False.  This is gross, don't do it!

500

Is it important to exercise? What benefits does exercise provide?

Yes. Good health, happiness, assists with good sleep, helps with mood.

Body Trivia

100

Getting a healthy tan is a good way to avoid skin cancer — true or false?

a. True

b. False

false

200

38. What is the average number of times a person blinks per day?

200

28,800

44,002

: The average person blinks about 15-20 times per minute, which equates to around 28,800 times per day.

300

What is the first defense against disease?

the skin

400

Which muscle in the human body is the strongest relative to its size?

A: The masseter, or jaw muscle, is the strongest relative to its size.

500

How many bones are babies born with?

A: Babies are born with around 300 bones, which later fuse to form 206 bones in adults.