TOPS

Fruit

100

What fruit has yellow skin?

What is a banana 

200

What fruit has a poisonous pit?

Apricot,  peach, plumbing, cherry 

They release cyanide when crushed

300

Has seeds on the outside 

Strawberry 

400

What fruit has milk inside 

_coconut 

500

How many pineapples does 1 pineapple plant produce per yr?

1

Veggies

100

What veggies is names after the city of belgum?

Brussel sprouts 

200

What color were carrots before they were selectively bred to be orange?

Purple 

300

Which vegetable did George h w bush dislike?

Brocoli 

400

What color bell pepper has the most vitamin c?

Red pepper 

500

Which vegetable was considered a delicacy in France and England in the 16th century?

Peas

Sugar and spice

100

Name 3 negative ways sugar can impact your body

Diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver, dental problems

200

Daily double

How many calories are in 1 teaspoon of sugar

One teaspoon of sugar has 15 calories 

300

A popular herb that is commonly used as a flavoring agent, peppermint is native to Europe and Asia. In these regions, people used it before the advent of modern medicine for its cooling effects, antibacterial properties, and to improve digestive health.

Research shows that as a holistic remedy, peppermint is also effective in improving cardiovascular (heart) and pulmonary (lung) health by acting as a bronchodilator. Bronchodilators work by widening air passages (bronchioles) in the lungs. By inhaling the smell of peppermint, a person will also increase their nasal air force, in turn supplying more air to the lungs.

In addition, some studies also show that peppermint is an effective muscle relaxer thanks to its cooling menthol compound, which is why menthol is often an active ingredient in ointments and creams that target muscle pain.

Peppermint 

400

How much sugar is in a 12 oz can of pepsi?

A 12-ounce can of regular Pepsi contains approximately 41 grams of sugar. This is equivalent to about 10 teaspoons of sugar.

500

• strengthening the immune system against infections
• reducing inflammation
• regulating blood sugar
• improving insulin resistance
• alleviating urinary tract symptoms and menstrual cramps
• fighting cancer

• Oregano 

Exercise

100

Name of an exercise that also has a pirate term

Plank

200

What fitness program is said to have originated in the 1990s when Colombian aerobics teacher Alberto Perez subbed salsa and merengue for his normal workout-class music?

Zumba

300

What does exercise release in the brain?

tion of beneficial chemicals in the brain, including endorphins, which reduce pain and improve mood; dopamine, which plays a role in motivation and pleasure; and serotonin, which helps regulate mood, sleep, and appetite. It also promotes the production of BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor), a protein that helps grow new neurons and strengthens existing ones.  

Feel-good chemicals

• Endorphins: These are the body's natural painkillers and are responsible for the "runner's high" feeling of euphoria and well-being. 

  
  
• Dopamine: This neurotransmitter is associated with the brain's reward system and motivates you to continue activities that feel good. 

  
  
• Serotonin and Norepinephrine: These are other neurotransmitters that can be boosted by exercise, improving mood and helping to regulate stress. 

  
  

Brain health and growth

• BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor): This protein is crucial for the growth of new brain cells, particularly in the hippocampus, and helps existing brain cells grow stronger connections.
• Angiogenesis: Exercise promotes the growth of new blood vessels in the brain, which improves circulation and oxygen delivery. 

  
  

How they impact your brain

• Reduced stress and anxiety: By releasing endorphins and improving mood, exercise can help mitigate the effects of stress hormones. 

  
  
• Improved mood and mental health: The release of "feel-good" chemicals can help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. 

  
  
• Enhanced cognitive function: The production of BDNF and improved blood flow can lead to better memory, learning, and focus. 

  
  

400

A great workout can make you feel great physically and mentally, in part because of what “feel good” hormones that get released by your nervous system?

Endorphins 

500

How much exercise does the csc recommend a person 65 or older should get a week?

The CDC recommends that adults 65 and older get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week. This is equivalent to about 30 minutes of moderate exercise, five days a week. 

Whats for dinner

100

The most popular food worldwide

Pizza

200

What common leafy green is native to Persia and is often associated with a specific cartoon character who made his maritime debut in 1929?

Spinach 

300

What is the only food that can never go bad? 

Honey 

400

Daily double 

What is the main ingredient in guacamole?

Avacado

500

What is the most widely-eaten food worldwide?

Rice