Mental Health
What is emotional health?
Emotional health is one aspect of mental health. It is your ability to cope with both positive and negative emotions,.
What is Fiber?
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
How many days per week should you exercise?
5 days per week should have moderate exercise
What is a preventable chronic disease?
Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both.
Name 1 of the 3 components make up 'mental health"
Psychological, Emotional well-being, Social.
Red meat, butter, processed meats, cheese, fried foods, cream.
What are the 2 main types of exercise?
Cardio and Strength
What is the #1 Chronic Disease in the US?
Heart Disease (CAD, heart attack, arythmia,etc)
Describe what 'Mindfulness" means to you
A mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations, used as a therapeutic technique.
Which has more sugar: A. Bottle of Coke B. Snickers Bar
20 oz bottle coke has 39 grams sugar
snickers bar has 20 grams of sugar
The '20-8-2 rule' describes the balance between sedentary and active moments. What does the number '20' signify?
Sit for 20 min, stand for 8 min, and move for 2 min.
What micronutrient is associated with high blood pressure?
Sodium (table salt contains 40% sodium)
Name 3 activities in which you can practice mindfulness
Anything! Reading, writing, walking, singing, dancing, yoga, sitting.
What are the 3 Major Macronutrients?
Proteins, Carbohydrates, Fats
What is a "Target Heart Rate"?
Target heart rate during moderate intensity activities is about 50-70% of maximum heart rate, while during vigorous physical activity it’s about 70-85% of maximum.
What is the major cause of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?
Name 3 foods high in sodium
Smoked/salted/canned meat/fish. Frozen meals. Salted nuts. Beans canned with salt added. Processed breads. Pizza. Prepackaged potato, rice, pasta. Premade soups.
What is the target heart rate for a 45 year old person?
88-149 bpm or 175 bpm
How is Cholesterol produced?
Cholesterol comes from two sources. Your liver makes all the cholesterol you need. The remainder of the cholesterol in your body comes from foods from animals.