Communicable Diseases
What is a communicable disease?
A disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through contact;airborne.
What is a chronic disease?
A disease that lasts longer than 3 months and cannot be prevented/cured, genetic.
What is a macronutrient?
Nutrients the body uses in large amounts.
What is physical fitness?
To have good health or physical condition, especially as the result of exercise and proper nutrition.
What is an example of a communicable disease?
Influenza.
What is an example of a chronic disease?
Cancer.
What is a micronutrient?
Vitamins and minerals that the body uses in small amounts to ensure normal metabolism, growth and physical well-being.
What are the three components of fitness?
Cardiovascular endurance, strength training, and flexibility.
Do communicable diseases last longer than three months?
No
Is obesity an example of a chronic disease?
Yes
What is a nutrient dense food?
A food that is relatively high in nutrients but relatively low in calories.
What is cardiovascular endurance?
How well your body processes oxygen during exercise.
What is another example of communicable disease?
Strep throat.
What causes heart disease?
Smoking, stress, poor diet, inactivity, high blood pressure, and obesity.
What are the 3 nutrient dense foods?
Proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
What is strength training?
Exercise that uses resistance.
What is a communicable disease that is swarming the headlines today?
'The Corona Virus.'
What are the 5 most common chronic diseases?
Heart disease, cancer, respiratory diseases, accidents, and stroke.
What are healthy examples of protein?
Beans, nuts, tofu, lean meat.
What is a positive outcome of being flexible?
Better posture, pliable muscles, less injuries.