Fuel Your Brain
This number puzzle improves logic and memory
Sudoku
Name 3 benefits of gardening in the spring
Stimulates the senses, boosts mood, is a good form of exercise, promotes social connection, decreases risk of dementia and supports heart health
Daily screen time (TV, phone, gaming) should be limited to less than this many hours
2 hours
What professional sport begins its season in April in the US and Canada?
Baseball
True or False: Repetition can strengthen long-term memory
True
The scent of this flowering plant is known to reduce stress
Lavender
Can be inhaled through an oil diffuser, applied topically, mixed with Epsom salts in a bath or even put a few drops on a cotton ball next to your desk or bed
The minimum recommended daily minutes of physical activity for health
30 minutes
Which butterfly, often seen in spring, migrates from Mexico to the United States each year?
Monarch Butterfly
These types of berries are famous for being high in antioxidants, protecting the brain from stress.
Blueberries
True or False: Indoor plants can negatively affect air quality and introduce pests in your home, it is better to keep them outdoors
False: Indoor plants can improve air quality and there are benefits to both indoor and outdoor planting
This practice involves having a bedroom environment and routine that promotes consistent, uninterrupted rest
Sleep Hygiene
What flowery festival occurs in Washington, D.C. every April?
Cherry Blossom Festival
Name one simple way to challenge your brain every morning
Word games, puzzles or journaling
Herbs such as mint and rosemary can boost both flavor and ______
Mood/wellness through aromatherapy or tea
*Mint can also be used to treat seasonal allergies!
This type of tea is recommended for winding down before bed
Non-caffeinated/ Herbal Tea
What are April’s two zodiac signs?
Aries and Taurus
The average weight of a human brain
3 pounds
Name a tree that produces nutritious fruit in spring
Apple, cherry, pear, peaches, plums, nectarines
These are the four main factors that contribute to managing stress
Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and coping skills
How many colors are in a rainbow?
DOUBLE POINTS if you can name them all
7 - red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet