LO1 Flashcards
(32 cards)
Health and well-being is not possible without. (7)
Peace, shelter, food, education, income, healthy and sustainable physical environment, social justice and equality
Health and wellbeing is a _____ process?
Dynamic
Wellness is an individual’s ______, ______, ________, _______, and _______ well-being.
Physical, mental, spiritual, social and cultural
How does society affect health? (5)
Social stratification, culture, cultural standards, technology, social inequality
What are the 5 components of a healthy lifestyle?
Nutrition, physical activity, socialization, sleep, spirituality
What is obesity?
Excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health
Obese people have a higher chance to develop…
Diabetes
Cardiovascular disease
Sleep apnea
Infertility
Gallstones
Resp. Issues
Ms disorders (arthritis)
What fraction of ppl are obese?
1/8
What are some non-modifiable risk factors for obesity?
Age
Gender
Genes
Ethical origin
Medications
What are some modifiable risk factors for obesity?
Food
Drinks
Physical fitness
Screen time
Stress
Sleep
How does physical activity benefit the body? (7)
Reduces stress
Sleep better
Reduces ❤️ rate
Reduces circulatory diseases by 35%
Increase temp.
❤️ beats faster (stronger, breathe faster, more O2 to muscles, makes more capillaries)
Hippocampus gets bigger
What fraction of our life is spent sleeping?
1/3
Lack of sleep can cause…
Hypertension
Diabetes
Cardiovascular disease
Neurovascular disease
Obesity
What are factors that affect sleep?
Sleep disorders
Depression
Pain
Medications
Hormonal changes
Age
What is insomnia?
Inability to fall/stay asleep
What is sleep apnea?
Stops breathing for 10 or more seconds while sleeping
What is narcolepsy?
Overwhelming waves of sleepiness
Usually in kids
No cure but stimulants and depressants treat symptoms
What do healthy relationships consist of?
Mutual trust
Understanding of each other
Acceptance
Shared interests
Ability to openly communicate without repercussion
Why are healthy relationships important?
Easier to commit to healthy lifestyle if surrounded by those doing the same
Emotional support
What is spirituality?
A way of finding peace, hope and meaning in life
Can be religion, art, music, nature
What is basal metabolic rate (BMR)?
Least amount of energy needed for body temp, circulation and breathing
What is resting energy expenditure (REE)?
Energy needed for simple activity and digesting food
What nutrients are necessary for metabolic processes?
Water
Vitamins
Minerals
How much physical activity is recommended for adults per week?
Minimum 2 1/2 hrs
