Anemia
Anemia occurs when the red blood cells in the body do not carry enough_____ from the lungs.
oxygen
When people have _____, either their bodies can’t produce enough insulin or their body tissues cannot properly absorb insulin.
diabetes
_____ are substances, such as sugar and starch, that provide energy.
Carbohydrates
____ _____, which is made up of saliva, bacteria, and food debris, is the chief cause of tooth decay and gum disease.
Dental plaque
A common problem among people in early recovery is _____, or having problems falling asleep or remaining asleep.
insomnia
Symptoms of anemia may include: name at least three to get points
headaches, tiredness, lethargy, breathing problems during exercise, dizziness, severe chest pain due to lack of oxygen to the heart muscle, and palpitations.
_____ is a term used to describe several diseases in which cells of some body organ or tissue grow out of control.
Cancer
If you become constipated, increasing _____ in your diet and exercise generally help relieve the problem.
fiber
When plaque is allowed to accumulate, it hardens and becomes something called _____, which is harder to remove.
calculus
____ ____ ____. People who receive less than three hours of sleep on any given night become irritable and anxious, and they will likely have a short attention span
Mild sleep deprivation
______-______ _____ is caused by not having enough iron in one’s diet. This prevents the bone marrow from making enough oxygen-carrying molecules (called hemoglobin) for the red blood cells.
Iron-deficiency anemia
A person with _____ has high blood pressure even when resting.
hypertension
_____ is the second most common cause of death in the United States.
Cancer
_____ _____ occurs because acid created by dental plaque causes cavities or holes to form in the enamel that covers the outside of the tooth.
Tooth decay
_____ _____ _____. After three or more days without sleep, people can temporarily become paranoid and see and hear things that aren’t there.
Severe sleep deprivation.
______ _____ is caused by a lack of a certain vitamin called vitamin B12.
Pernicious anemia
_____ is the inflammation of the liver, producing swelling and tenderness and possibly leading to permanent damage.
Hepatitis
________ may result from increased tension and stress or for other reasons, such as hunger or lack of sleep.
headaches
Inflammation or swelling and infection of the gums, called ______, is usually caused by the buildup of plaque around the base of the teeth.
gingivitis
_____ _____ _____. After longer periods without good sleep, people have greater difficulty concentrating, and in general, they don’t function well. They may find themselves falling asleep unexpectedly for very brief periods of time.
Moderate sleep deprivation
_____ _____ is caused by the premature destruction of red blood cells in the bloodstream.
Hemolytic anemia
_____ usually affects the lungs, symptoms include coughing (sometimes with blood), chest pain, shortness of breath, fever and sweating, poor appetite, and weight loss.
TB
A _____ _____ occurs when a part of the heart does not get enough blood.
heart attack
Also called _____, bad breath can be caused by smoking, drinking alcohol, and eating garlic or onions.
halitosis
You can take steps to prevent insomnia. What are the 6 steps? (must name at least 4 to get points)
*daily double
1. Do not take naps during the day.
2. Use your bed only for sleeping and intimacy, not for studying, snacking, watching television, worrying, or balancing checkbooks.
3. Go to bed about the same time each night.
4. If you are not sleepy within a half hour or so of lying down, get up, leave the room, and engage in a relaxing activity, such as reading, for a half hour. Return to the bedroom and try again.
5. Set your alarm for the same time each morning. Resist the temptation to give yourself extra sleep to compensate for what was missed during the night.
6. Repeat step 4 as often as necessary.