Healthy Living
The 5 aspects of healthy living
nutritional, physical, environmental, spiritual, mental/emotional
Vitamin A comes from this color of fruits and veggies
Orange
Name one negative Effect of Stress
Suppress immune system, cause diarrhea or constipation, muscle tension
Food for your gut microbiome
Fiber
Hours of sleep you should aim for
8-10
Name a plant-based source of protein
Tofu, Beans/Legumes
What's metabolism?
The way your body uses fat, carbs, and protein
2 foods containing caffeine
coffee and chocolate
60 min/day of moderate-vigorous activity
Minutes of activity per day to aim for and what type of activity
Recommended intake of saturated fats
<10%
Effects on eating pattern
Suppress or increase appetite, crave carbs, sugar, fat
What foods can you add to your diet to increase restorative sleep?
Fiber! Found in veggies, fruits, whole grains
A serving of veggies looks like...
1/2 cup cooked or 1 cup raw vegetables
Essential fats and explain what "essential" means
Omega-3, Omega-6
Must be provided from food, your body can't make these.
What is Cortisol?
Hormone that plays a role in metabolism and is increased during stressful times
Recommended intake of added sugars
<10% of total daily intake
Health benefit of dessert
Boosts mood and satisfies us, provides nutrients
Name two functions of fat and a benefit
2nd energy source, building blocks for cell membrane, and keeps the brain healthy. It can also prevent against UV damage
External support for stress
Hanging out with friends and family, being active/playing a sport
Why did I ask about added sugars underneath sleep column?
Excess sugar before bed can cause you to wake up frequently - disrupting sleep cycle