Spring Energy Boost
As days get longer in the Spring, people often feel less tired because they spend more time in the _______
Sunlight
What is the main spring allergy trigger?
Pollen
_____ ______ with meals helps maintain body temperature and supports hydration
Drinking water
What is it called when clocks move forward in spring and people say we "lose sleep" but gain more sunlight
Daylight Saving Time
In which country do cherry blossom trees signify the beginning of spring?
Japan
Outdoor activity in spring increases blood circulation, delivering more oxygen to this organ
True or False: Our sense of smell weakens in the Spring due to increased moisture in the air
False, the increased moisture in the air helps deliver odor particles to your nostrils because your nose needs humidity to pick up smells
Eating foods high in fiber helps support healthy digestion in this organ of the digestive system
Gut
Many people say spring has arrived when these small yellow flowers start popping up
Dandelions
Complete this phrase: “If March comes in like a lion, it will…”
“…go out like a lamb.”
Exposure to natural light reduces the production of melatonin, allowing us to feel more _______
Awake
Research shows that walking among trees may reduce levels of cortisol, the body's main hormone associated with _____
Stress
Many spring vegetables contain _______, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure
Potassium
Robin
Which US city has dyed its river green since 1926 in honor of St. Patrick’s Day?
Chicago
True or False: Fresh air during outdoor activity increases oxygen intake, which can cause more tiredness
False, increased oxygen intake can improve alertness and reduce tiredness
Pine trees or fresh soil can trigger the brain's limbic system, which is closely tied to the sense of _____
Fermented foods such as yogurt contain helpful microorganisms known as _______
Probiotics
These small white flowers often bloom in early spring and are known for their sweet fragrance
Lilies
Which one of the following is not associated with March Madness, the NCAA Men’s Division I basketball tournament?
A. Onions
B. Cinderella
C. The Big Dance
D. The Twelfth Man
D. The Twelfth Man