_____ is the psychological and physiological response to any real or imagined disruptions, demands, stimulations, or changes in life.
What is stress?
What percentage of a person's body weight should a person drink water in ounces?
Half or 50%
Name a sign of stress.
Lack of interest in activities or school
Irritability and Impatience
Frequent stomach problems or headaches
Anxiety
Activity burnout
Trouble sleeping
What are some signs of dehydration?
Signs of dehydration can include: dark colored urine, thirst, dry lips, dry skin, feeling fatigued or low energy, and nausea
What is distress and Eustress?
Distress - The type of stress that is negative
Eustress - Type of stress that is positive
What are some ways to stay hydrated?
Carry a water bottle
Drink water every time you pass a water fountain
Use a timer/alarm on a phone or watch to let you know when you should drink more water
Track how much you weigh and how much you drink during the day
Keep drinking water during exercise or if it is hot
Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables - they naturally contain water (All one's reviewed in class are over 85% water)
Limit how many salty foods you eat
Come up with your own! There are lots of ways to stay hydrated
What are some ways to deal with stress?
Strategies and plan to deal with stress:
Eat healthy meals with plenty of fruits and vegetables Maintain daily routine and schedule Exercise regularly Avoid caffeine (can increase feelings of anxiety and agitation) Do things you enjoy (for example: art, listening to music, being outdoors, dancing, writing poetry, reading, etc.)
Jessica weighs 100 pounds and works out for 80 minutes a day, how many ounces of water should she drink that day?
82 ounces.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is the body's natural response to stress.
What are 3 fruits that are made of 85% or more water?
Answers could be:
- Apples
- Blueberries
- Pineapples
- Watermelon
- Any type of melon
- Peaches
- Grapefruit