Nutrition
Health
The
Brain
Random Health Facts
100

A serving size is roughly what I can fit in one __________.

Hand

100

**We did not learn about this health category this year.**

This category involves religious, universal, or personal beliefs. Like anything else, we respect the differences our friends and classmates have for this category of health. 

SPIRITUAL Health

100

This side of the brain is more organized, mathematical, logical, and fact based. 

LEFT

100

How many hours of sleep are recommended for children in elementary school? 

8 - 11 hours 

200

True or False - every person my age needs exactly the same amount of food, every day. 

FALSE

200

This category of health involves moving my body. Stretching, running, gymnastics, walkling, hockey, volleyball, etc are all activities in this category.

PHYSICAL Health

200

This side of the brain is very creative, rhythmic, artistic, works with feelings.

RIGHT

200

How many stretching pose cards are there in the pack of blue/pink/yellow/grey cards that we sometimes use?

20 - 22 - 24 - 26

24 - 6 of each colour. 

300

Which category is the bottom of the food pyramid, where we should have the most servings each day?

Fruits & Veggies

300

This type of health is focused on my emotions. It includes feelings of happiness, sadness, anger, confusion, frustration, disappointment, and others. 

EMOTIONAL Health

300

How many lobes are there in the brain?

4

300

Carrots contain beta-carotene, a substance that the body can convert into Vitamin A. This vitamin is extremely helpful for your __________ (what body part?)

Eyes

400

It is important to eat a ____________ of foods. This gives your body a lot of different vitamins, minerals, nutrients, and flavours. 

Variety

400

This category of health becomes stronger when I spend time visiting with my family, friends, and people that matter to me. 

SOCIAL Health

400

What part of the brain connects your cortex (brain) to your spinal column?

Brain Stem

400

How many minutes of moderate to vigorous activity should children get every single day?

20 - 30 - 60 - 75 - 100 - 120

60 minutes every day!

500

Name two foods that belong in the carbohydrate & whole grains category. 

Bread, pita, naan, tortilla, bagel, potatoes, rice, quinoa, pasta, couscous

500

This category of health is very large. Your _____ health is more or less your "brain health". It includes your thoughts, actions, opinions, and how you control your body and make decision. 

MENTAL Health 

500

What part of the brain controls your balance and coordination?

Cerebellum

500

What percentage of your body is made of water?

ANY ANSWER BETWEEN 55-70% IS CORRECT

Each part of your body has a slightly different percentage of water BUT about 65% on average.