Definitions
Which of the following best describes wellness?
1.) A decision to move towards optimal health
2.) A life free of pain
3.) A personally satisfying job
4.) A positive optimistic outlook
What is a decision to move towards optimal health?
What is emotional wellness?
What is self-care, relaxation, stress reduction and the development of inner strength
What has been proven to increase academic performance, promote better sleep habits, decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety, and promote cardiovascular health?
What is exercise
How many glasses of water should you drink per day?
What is 8-10 glasses
What is the proper portion of fruits to have on your plate during a meal?
A.) 3 Cups
B.) 1 Cup
C.) 2 tablespoons
What is 1 cup?
The current nutrition guide published by the USDA
What is MyPlate?
____ is an emotional problem marked by long periods of hopelessness and despair.
What is depression?
How many minutes are you supposed to be active per day?
What is 60 minutes
What are the 5 main food groups included on MyPlate?
What are Fruits, Vegetables, Protein, Grains, Dairy
While fat can increase the rate of obesity, healthy fats from the right food sources can promote healthy brain development, help with weight loss, reduce the risk of heart disease and decrease inflammation. Name 3 food sources of healthy fats
What are nuts, olive oil, avocados
The ability to overcome challenges of all kinds-trauma, tragedy, personal crisis- and bounce back stronger, wiser, and more personally powerful
What is resiliency?
How often should you take a break to promote your mental health
A.) Every 20 minutes
B.) Every 30 minutes
C.) Every 60 minutes
D.) Every 90 minutes
What is every 90 minutes?
This app helps you track your fitness goals, nutrition and portion control
What is My fitness pal
What is an average portion size for protein (meat)?
What is about 5-6 ounces
A healthier grain option which is completely unprocessed
What are whole grains?
What food means to add nutrients back in once they were processed
A.) Fortified
B.) Enriched
What is enriched?
Name at least three sources of help for those suffering from emotional problems.
What is a parent, family member, guidance counselor, principal, mental health professionals (i.e. NCSS), family doctor, NCSS crisis (802-524-6554)
What is the acid that builds up in your muscles when perform strenuous activity-May produce a burning sensation
What is lactic acid
Half of your plate should include these two food groups
What are fruits and vegetables
Long term sleep deprivation can not only lead to high blood pressure and stroke, but also this problem that puts a lot of weight on some of us
What is obesity
Define empty calorie foods and name an example
What are foods and beverages composed primarily or solely of sugar, fats or oils, or alcohol-containing beverages
i.e. soda, chips, cookies, ice cream, cake, crackers, and so many more!
Which statement is true?
A.)Participating in an 8 week mindfulness meditation program has shown to make measurable changes in brain regions associated with memory, sense of self, empathy and stress through increasing the gray matter of ones brain
B.)Participating in an 8 week mindfulness program has shown to promote calmness and decrease stress but did not show measurable changes within the brain
What is A.)Participating in an 8 week mindfulness meditation program has shown to make measurable changes in brain regions associated with memory, sense of self, empathy and stress through increasing the gray matter of ones brain
Fun Fact: The grey matter includes regions of the brain involved in muscle control and sensory perception such as seeing and hearing, memory, emotions, speech, decision making, and self-control.
Match Anaerobic exercise and aerobic exercise to the proper definitions:
1. Light activity you can sustain over long periods of time, such as jogging
2. Bursts of activity for short periods of time, such as sprinting.
What is
Aerobic= light activity you can sustain over long periods of time, such as jogging
Anaerobic=bursts of activity for short periods of time, such as sprinting
What is the 80/20 rule?
What is a popular eating philosophy where you eat healthy and nutritious 80% of the time and indulge 20% of the time
Name 3 diseases healthy eating can prevent
What is:
heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, osteoporosis, many types of cancer , etc.