Continents
The Rocky Mountains run through these two North American countries.
What are the United States and Canada? You can take scenic train rides through the mountains in both countries.
If you don’t get out in the sun or drink milk, the only known plant source for this vitamin that prevents rickets comes from mushrooms.
What is vitamin D?
Some people wear their hearts on this.
What is their sleeve? It’s best to play poker with these types of people because you can read their hand through their emotions.
This is America’s favorite pie.
What is apple? It’s also America’s favorite baked good. We use the expression “American as apple pie,” but the pie originated in Europe.
Wash your face and do this.
What is brush your teeth? Brushing your teeth at night removes bacteria that accumulates during the day. It also removes plaque, which can lead to heart disease.
These are the two largest continents by landmass and population.
What are Asia and Africa? Asia is the largest continent.
This steel cut or rolled breakfast food is rich in beta glucans.
What is oatmeal? Beta glucans turn into a gel in the digestive tract and absorb cholesterol before the body can absorb it. Sfgate.com reports, “Getting 3 grams of betaglucan a day may help lower cholesterol levels by as much as 8 percent.” A cup of cooked oatmeal provides two grams of beta glucans.
If you grew up with lots of siblings, you likely often wore these instead of getting new clothes.
What are hand-me-downs? Because children grow so fast, hand-me-downs are generally gently used.
According to a 2017 report, they are Canada’s most popular sweet baked goods.
What are cookies? Three-quarters of Canadians eat cookies.
Do this to lights well before bedtime.
What is dim them? Bright lights suppress melatonin production needed for a restful sleep.
This continent has no permanent residents.
What is Antarctica? Scientists rotate in and out of Antarctica, and there are no countries located on the continent. Tourists are allowed from November through March, and the only access is by ship. You can catch a flight from Australia for a flyover, but you can’t land by airplane.
This bulbous plant, also known as allium, was routinely used in ancient times to treat various diseases.
What is garlic? A 2014 journal article entitled “Garlic: A Review of Potential Therapeutic Effects” suggests there may be a revival of the therapeutic values of garlic in the treatment of different diseases.
When money is tight, you can save money by tightening this.
What is your belt?
This cookie is America’s second-favorite sweet baked good.
What is chocolate chip? The cookie we love has its roots in experimental cooking. It originated at the Toll House Inn in Massachusetts when the proprietor decided to chop a chocolate bar and add the bits to her cookie dough.
Drink this type of beverage before going to bed.
What is warm milk (or any warm beverage that doesn’t contain caffeine)? Stay away from caffeine before bedtime.
This continent has the most countries.
What is Africa? The continent is currently comprised of 54 sovereign states and several territories.
Curcumin is an active ingredient in this spice often used in Indian cooking.
What is turmeric? It gives curry its yellow color. The spice contains anti-inflammatory properties and is an antioxidant.
When you have a problem to solve, put on this head gear.
What is thinking cap?
This favorite New York breakfast is often spread with cream cheese and/or lox.
What is bagel? Like bread, bagels come in many flavors—rye, whole wheat, sour dough, etc. Bakers in Poland were the first to make bagels, and bagel purists believe that if it’s not boiled, it’s not a bagel.
If you have a lot of things to get done tomorrow, write one of these.
What is (to-do) list? Once it’s on paper or in your device, you can let it go. Your mind won’t race thinking about everything you need to do.
This country is the largest in the subcontinent of North America.
What is Canada? The US is slightly smaller.
It’s better to get quercetin from food sources than from supplements. It can be found in several foods including these green, pea-sized flower buds that come from the Mediterranean region and are pickled and served as a garnish.
What are capers? A 2015 study found quercetin contains some antiviral properties. If you don’t like capers, you can get quercetin from berries, red onions, and apples.
Of course, you would never be involved in a shady deal, but those who are line these clothing parts.
What are their pockets?
This hard, twisted baked good is often topped with salt and found in abundance at state fairs.
What is pretzel? Dutch immigrants made Pennsylvania the pretzel capital of America. The Amish are known to bake terrific, homemade pretzels.
If you routinely read in bed and fall asleep while reading, this is the reason.
What is (classical) conditioning? You expect to fall asleep, and you do.