Nutrition
General Health
Exercise
Hygiene
Trivia
100
What are Carbohydrates?
These nutrients are important for energy production and storage. They are found in pasta, rice, potatoes and breads.
100
How many glasses of water should you drink in a day?
At least 8 (8-ounce) glasses
100
How much exercise should the average teen get?
60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day.
100
Why should you use deodorant instead of anti-perspirant?
You need to sweat and it is important not to clog up your pores.
100
What percentage of the human body is composed of water?
About 60%
200
What is stored as fat if not used up?
Sugar (aka glucose)
200
What is the leading cause of acne?
An increase in the amount of oil in your skin.
200
What is aerobic exercise?
Activity that uses large muscle groups, increases how much oxygen the body uses, and increases heart rate.
200
What is athlete's foot?
A fungal infection that can occur due to feet sweating in tight shoes, or by contaminated locker room and shower floors.
200
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
Stapes
300
How much fruit and vegetables are you supposed to have in a day?
At least 5 servings
(2 fruit and 3 vegetable)
300
What is plaque that builds up in your veins and arteries?
Cholesterol
300
What is BMI?
Body mass index. A weight to height measurement of health.
300
Why you need to brush your teeth 2-3 times a day.
To prevent gum disease and cavities.
300
What is the medical term for bad breath?
Halitosis
400
What is Vitamin A?
This vitamin is found in carrots and can improve your eye sight.
400
What is diabetes?
A disease that occurs when your blood glucose (blood sugar) is too high.
400
Name some types of anaerobic exercise.
Weight lifting, sprinting, yoga, high intensity interval training (HIIT)...
400
Why do teens start to get body odor during puberty?
Sweat glands produce more oils during puberty. These sweat glands are all over the body, including arm pits.
400
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
500
Which vitamin helps our bodies absorb iron better?
Vitamin C
500
What does a viral infection need that bacteria does not?
A host
500
How does exercise benefit the brain?
Releases "feel good" chemicals like endorphins and serotonin
Reduces stress
Improves memory and concentration
improves sleep
500
Why should you wash your sports equipment as often as possible?
To prevent build up of bacteria and fungi which can cause infection. And to prevent the spread of ringworm and lice.
500
How many teaspoons of sugar does the average American eat per day?
20