Thanksgiving Nutrition
What type of nutrient is turkey mostly made of protein, carbs, or fat?
Protein
What is the most common kitchen injury on Thanksgiving?
Knife cuts
Name one healthy way to handle holiday stress.
Any valid coping skill (exercise, breathing, breaks, talking to someone)
What happens to your heart rate after eating a huge meal goes up or down?
Goes up (body working to digest)
What bird is the symbol of Thanksgiving?
Turkey
Which Thanksgiving food usually has the most sodium? (Gravy, stuffing, rolls, turkey)
Stuffing
Is it safe to deep-fry a turkey indoors? Yes or No
No
Teens need how many hours of sleep each night?
8–10 hours
What system helps deliver oxygen to your muscles?
Cardiovascular system
True or False: Turkey alone is the reason people get sleepy after Thanksgiving dinner.
False
Sweet potatoes are high in which vitamin?
Vitamin A
Why is Thanksgiving one of the busiest days for the ER?
More cooking injuries / more people in the kitchen / fire risk
Which hormone increases when you’re stressed?
Coritsol
Which system regulates breathing? (Cardio / Respiratory / Nervous)
Nervous system + respiratory system
What food was NOT at the first Thanksgiving: turkey, potatoes, or corn?
Potatoes
True or False: Most Thanksgiving meals exceed 3,000 calories.
True
What should you always use when cutting vegetables to prevent slipping?
A cutting board
True or False: Sleeping in on weekends fixes sleep debt.
False
Why do you feel tired after a big Thanksgiving meal? (Give one reason.)
Big meal → blood flow to stomach, carbs spike, general fatigue
How many turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving each year?
(About 10 million, 25 million, or 45+ million)
45+ million
Which side dish tends to have the most added sugar? (Cranberry sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes)
Cranberry Sauce
What is the #1 leading cause of house fires on Thanksgiving?
(A) Candles
(B) Oven/microwave
(C) Cooking equipment
(D) Space heaters
(C) Cooking equipment
Which system controls your “fight-or-flight” response?
(Nervous, Digestive, or Respiratory)
Nervous
Name the system that controls taste and smell.
Nervous system
Which state produces the most turkeys?
(California, Minnesota, or Texas)
Minnesota