Dimensions of Wellness
How many dimensions of Wellness do we focus on in this group?
8
True or False: If you eat a healthy diet, you do not need to exercise.
False
What model, created by former first Lady Michelle Obama, replaced the Food Pyramid?
MyPlate Guidelines
What vitamin do we get mostly from the sun?
Vitamin D
What is the recommended amount of sleep each night for adults?
7-9 hours
Name the 8 dimensions of Wellness?
Physical, Social, Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Environmental, Financial, Occupational
What is the recommended amount of exercise adults should engage in each week?
At least 150 minutes (30 minutes 5 days a week) of moderate exercise or 75 minutes (15 minutes 5 days a week) of vigorous exercise. Ideal to spread out over the course of the week.
What are the 5 types of food found on the MyPlate guidelines?
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy
True or False: Being outdoors for 20 minutes gives your brain an energy boost comparable to one cup of coffee.
True!
What is sleep deprivation?
Not getting the required amount of sleep.
"Developing skills and strategies to cope with stress" relates to what dimension of Wellness?
Emotional
Who should you to speak to before starting or drastically changing an exercise routine?
Doctor, nurse, physical therapist
What type of cholesterol is known as "good" cholesterol?
HDL
True or False: The color green found in outdoor spaces can make it feel easier to exercise outdoors.
True!
What does REM stand for and how does it relate to sleep?
Rapid Eye Movement
"Search for meaning and purpose in the human experience" refers to what dimension of wellness?
Spiritual
What are the hormones that are released during physical exercise that are related to post workout "high" or elevated mood?
Endorphins
What is the recommended amount of water adult males should drink each day?
approximately 4 liters or 16-17 cups or 1 gallon
What is the mood disorder that is typically triggered in the winter months due to shorter days and lower levels of sunlight?
SAD- Seasonal Affective Disorder
Your internal body clock operates on a 24 hour cycle known as your ____________.
Circadian Rhythm
"Good health by occupying pleasant and stimulating environments that support well-being" refers to what dimension of wellness?
Environmental
What is the best kind of physical exercise?
The kind you find fun and will engage in consistently!
What is a calorie?
unit of energy found in food
Children who spend more time outside are less likely to develop what type of vision impairment?
nearsightedness
What is the chemical compound found in the brain that influences your energy levels throughout the day?
Adenosine