Healthy Habits
True or False: A deficiency of Vitamin D (sometimes called the "sunshine vitamin") is not linked with depression.
What is false?
Name one way to stay socially connected.
What is joining an exercise group, volunteering, calling/visiting friends, going to local senior center, make new friends, attend community events, sign up for a class?
This puzzle with little squares and clues keeps your brain sharp.
What is a crossword puzzle?
True or False: Adults should aim for at least 6 hours of sleep per night.
What is false? (7 is the ideal minimum)
This nut, often found in the fall, is the seed of an oak tree.
What is an acorn?
Focusing on what went well today instead of what went wrong is practicing this.
What is optimism, hopefulness, positivity?
This hobby with yarn and needles can be both relaxing and social.
What is knitting or crocheting?
Eating blueberries and leafy greens supports this kind of health.
What is brain health?
Taking a few minutes to sit quietly and breathe deeply is an example of this healthy habit that has several benefits for physical and mental health.
What is meditation?
This sport's championship is usually played in the fall.
What is baseball or World Series?
Name one gentle, physical activity that can help promote a state of relaxation.
Name 2 for BONUS POINTS.
What is yoga, tai chi, walking, chair exercises, swimming, stretching.
(Extra 300 for 2 named)
True or False: Keeping socially active as we age has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia.
What is true?
Exercising improves brain function by increasing this flow in the body.
What is blood flow or circulation?
Doing this every night before bed helps signal your body that it's time to rest.
What is a bedtime routine?
This root vegetable, common in fall stews, was first cultivated over 5,000 years ago.
What is a carrot?
This "good fat" found in avocados and nuts supports heart health.
What are healthy fats or unsaturated fats?
This type of "language" is shown through hugs, smiles, or a pat on the back.
What is body language or physical affection?
True or False: Memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging.
What is true?
Listening to music can both lift your mood and trigger these.
What are memories?
This horn-shaped symbol, often filled with fruits and vegetables, represents abundance in the fall.