Effects of drugs
How does Nicotine effect the body?
Nicotine is a stimulant. It increases heart rate and blood pressure. Our bodies release dopamine when using nicotine which makes it addictive.
Why should you eat a diversity of colorful foods in the diet?
Each color can provide different health benefits (vitamins and nutrients)
Which position should you sleep in to decrease body aches and wrinkles?
On your back
What is an exercise you can do that is most gentle on your joints?
Swimming (strengthening and endurance)
Dark chocolate has many benefits: What are they?
It is full of antioxidants: Can improve skin health and lessen wrinkles and imrpove moisture
How can marijuana effect your mood?
Marijuana is a depressant. It can lead to depression and anxiety with long term use.
Which vitamin plays a key role in teeth and bone health?
Calcium
How long does it take the average person to fall asleep?
10-15 minutes
What is the most common way to stay active in the US?
Walking
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
How can alcohol effect your mood?
Alcohol affects the part of your brain that controls inhibition, so you may feel relaxed, less anxious, and more confident after a drink. But these effects quickly wear off. The chemical changes in your brain can soon lead to more negative feelings, such as anger, depression or anxiety, regardless of your mood
Vitamin A is available in natural foods of which color?
Bright red
How many hours of sleep should an adult have every night for maximum health?
8 hours
True or False: Exercise makes you sleep worse
False: It clears your mind and helps you fall asleep quicker and sleep deeper.
What is a body part that is unique to only humans and no other animals?
the chin
What is the most commonly used drug in the US?
Alcohol
Which kind of food contains a lot of probiotics, which are friendly bacteria that can help with digestion and the immune system?
Fermented foods
At what time during the day does tiredness peak?
2pm
What is the hormone that is released after exercising?
Endorphins
Your blood makes up how much of your body weight?
8-10%
What could happen if you mix prescribed medications with street drugs? (weed, alcohol, nicotine)
Increased chance of developing paranoia or psychosis.
Which spice is known to prevent illness and boost immunity?
Turmeric
What is the average amount of days a human can survive without sleep?
9 days
How many hours a week should adults exercise for optimum health?
7 hours. (1 hour a day)
During your life time you will eat on average 30,000kg of food. That is equivalent to how many African elephants?
SIX!