Food Groups
Which food group helps your immune system through efficient transport of vitamins?
Fats/oils
Where is salt processed in the body?
Kidneys
What is neurogenesis?
The growth (genesis) of new brain cells (neuro).
How can sodium lead to a heart attack?
1. Excess sodium fills the blood with water
2. The water puts pressure on arteries walls
3. The pressure makes the heart work harder
4. This work may causes a heart attack
Name and show two exercises for back.
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Which two food groups help regulate sleep and mood?
Whole grain and protein
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What happens to the brain when we eat sugar?
Sugar triggers neurotransmitters to set off a chemical reaction in the brain, releasing dopamine which makes one happy.
What is the recommended amount of balance activity per week?
1-2 days
1. Taste better
2. Food preservation
3. To make money
4. To stimulate bliss point
Name and show two exercises for triceps.
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What is the serving size and amount for protein?
2.5, palm
List two ways the layout of the grocery store encourages poor eating habits.
1. Unhealthy foods on end caps
2. Processed food in the middle aisles
3. Most unhealthy food at eye level
4. Kids snacks on the bottom shelf for them to see
What is the recommended amount of sets/reps for a strength workout IF you are trying to lean out?
3 sets of 12-15 reps
How do anti-inflammatories prevent disease?
Anti-inflammatories prevent organs from swelling, which causes disease?
List the 8 major muscle groups.
Chest, back, triceps, biceps, legs, shoulders, abs, glutes
What is the serving size and amount of yogurt?
3.5/fist
Is salt, sugar or fat associated with the nervous system?
Salt
Which cardiovascular level uses fat for fuel?
Aerobic, temperate, low intensity or anaerobic
How does healthy eating help regulate your weight?
Fiber, found in whole grains, veggies and fruit, makes one feel full, which causes them to eat less.
What was the obesity prevalence in 2017-2018?
42%
Explain how protein builds muscle.
Protein synthesis creates new muscle fibers.
Is salt, sugar or fat associated with the appetite control system?
Sugar
List the 6 steps that happen to your body when you exercise.
2. Heart rate increases
3. Blood pumps to muscles
4. Breathing rate increases
5. Blood pumps oxygen to muscles
6. Capillaries grow
List two benefits of healthy eating and describe HOW healthy eating produces that benefit.
Answers may vary.
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Describe how exercise slows aging.
Exercise stimulates the production of caps on the ends of telomeres which slow the aging process.