Genetic Factors
Who do you inherit your genes from?
Biological parents
When people don't wear a helmet
List a major factor that interrupts sleep.
Blue Light
Define Nutrition
Balancing what and how much you eat with physical activity.
List one way to reach optimal physical health
Exercise
In addition to a person's genetics, what two factors impact health?
1. Surrounding Environment
2. Lifestyle Choices
Accidental drowning can be prevented by wearing a...
Personal flotation device
Ex: Life Jacket
How many hours of sleep do teens need?
8-10 hours or more of sleep each night
Diets that are low in fiber and high in red meat increases a person's risk for developing...
-cancer of the colon
Why should people move away from having low optimal health?
To avoid experiencing illness and premature death
Genes do not affect whether you encounter...
-No
-Sexually transmitted infection
Lacking in sleep reduces a person's resistance to...
-Disease
-Impairs motor skills
Cardiovascular disease can be caused by a diet filled with...
1. Salt
2. Fat
3.High in calories
Which 3 words come to mind when you hear the term "Optimal Health"
Positive
Strong
Fulfilled
What can a person's genes influence?
Appetite
Ability to burn calories
Store and burn fat
Reach certain levels of physical activity
List 4 consequences of vaping are...
1. Raise blood pressure
2. harden your arteries
3. Increase heart rate
4. Increase your chances of having a heart attack or stroke.
1. Depression
2. Anxiety
How can being obese, diagnosed with cancer, and enduring a stroke be avoided?
Changing your nutritional intake
Define "Wellness"
-Intentional pursuit of optimal holistic health
-One's state of health and well being
What causes non-communicable diseases?
Genetic RISK factors
Outline 3 risk behaviors that are the leading cause of injury, disabilities and death among teens in the U.S.
1. Distracted Driving Ex: Cell phone usage
2. Not using seatbelts
3. Driving or riding with a person who is "under the influence"/driving impaired.
What 3 types of devices have blue light?...
1. Cell phone
2. Computer
3. TV screens
Dietary habits of children and teens persist into which stage of life?
Adulthood
Which actions cause low optimal health
Using hazardous substances
Risky behaviors
Poor mental & emotional health