Physical Activity
what is physical activity?
Any body movement that uses muscles and requires more energy than resting
A snack has 150 calories per serving and contains 2 servings. If you eat the whole package, how many calories did you eat?
300 calories
What is the most important drink for daily health?
Water! It helps to maintain normal body functions, regulate your body temperature, and distribute nutrients throughout your body.
What is a chronic disease?
A long-lasting health condition that requires ongoing medical attention and/or limits daily activities
what are some mental and physical health benefits of regular physical activity
Better sleep, stress management, or improved concentration
Improved heart rate, stronger muscles, and bones
About half of a balanced plate should be made up of these two food groups.
fruits and vegetables
What are two common drinks or food that contain caffeine?
Coffee, energy drinks, tea, soda, and chocolate.
What can reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases?
Healthy, balanced diet, routine physical activity, social connection!
what are three main types of physical activity discussed in the presentation?
Stretching, strength movements, and cardio
This nutrient is your body’s main source of energy and can be found in foods like bread, rice, pasta, and fruit.
carbohydrates
Which nutrient helps your body to repair and grow muscles, and can be found in foods like meat, eggs, beans, and nuts?
Protein!
What is diabetes?
A chronic medical condition characterized by a difficulty in managing blood glucose levels; often leads to really high blood glucose levels which can be dangerous!
Youre starting a new workout routine. Name two things you should do to help prevent injuries and explain why one is important?
Warming up, learning proper form, increasing intensity gradually, wearing appropriate gear, or getting enough rest and recovery.
This nutrient helps with digestion and is commonly found in fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains.
fiber
What are two common side effects of consuming too much caffeine?
Problems with sleeping, increased heart rate, anxiety, headaches, feeling jittery.
What hormone is implicated in diabetes? Which organ in our body produces it?
Insulin; the pancreas produces it!
A student exercises intensely everyday but rarely sleeps enough or takes rest days. What part of a balanced activity routine are they neglecting, and what could happen if they continue?
Recovery. Without sleep and rest, the student may experience fatigue, poorer performance and an increased risk of injury.
This is the first thing you should check on a nutrition label because the calories and nutrients listed are based on this amount.
serving size
*A student regularly skips meals and drinks energy drinks to stay awake during school. Why is this unhealthy, and what are two healthy habits that the student should practice instead?
Energy drinks can negatively affect sleep and can’t replace the nutrients you get from food. Healthier habits include drinking water, eating regular meals, and following a consistent sleep schedule.
What is hypertension? Can diabetes lead to hypertension?
Blood pressure that is constantly too high! And yes, diabetes can increase the risk of hypertension because too much sugar in our blood vessels means that our body has to work harder to keep moving blood everywhere.