EXAM 2 HDFS 2200 Questions with Answers
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Eating healthy can help manage weight and obesity is a common risk factor for many chronic
diseases
•The type of carbohydrate matters, and examples of healthy carbohydrates include quinoa, oats,
brown rice, etc.
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•Healthy protein sources include fish, poultry, beans, and lentils
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•Drink plenty of water and avoid sugary drinks like soda and fruit juice
how much physical activity do adults need? 150 minutes each week of aerobic exercise
and at least 23 days of strength training
•Physical activity has been found to reduce the risk of a variety of chronic diseases, including but
not limited to: •Type 2 Diabetes
•Heart Disease
,•Cancer
•Depression
•Anxiety
•Dementia
•Helps control body weight
•Strengthens heart and improves circulation
•Improves mental health and mood
•Improves memory, learning, and judgement
•Strengthens bones and muscles
•Helps manage blood sugar and insulin
Alcohol Intake •Over time, excessive alcohol intake can lead to:
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•High blood pressure
•Heart disease
•Stroke
•Liver Disease
,•Cancer (cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, colon, rectum, liver, and breast, among more)
•
•The less alcohol a person drinks, the lower the risk for these diseases
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults of legal drinking aging can
choose not to drink, or drink in moderation.
•"Moderation" consists of 2 drinks or less in a day for men or 1 drink or less for women.
Screening •Preventative health screening has been shown to be one of the most important
strategies to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment and prevent death
•
•Some examples include colorectal cancer screening, breast and cervical cancer screening,
diabetes screening, and depression screening.
•
•You may recall some of these experiences yourself at the doctor's office (questionnaires about
depression symptoms, Pap smears for women, but typically other cancer screenings start around
ages 40-50
•
••Examples of screening services for prevention include (but are not limited to):
, •
•Mammography (x-ray of the breast)
•Colonoscopy (scope for colorectal cancer)
•Genetic counseling and testing (especially for high-risk individuals with familial cancer history)
•Skin check by a dermatologist
Sleep Sleep may not be thought about as much in prevention, but it is extremely
important.
•
Lack of sleep is associated with injuries, chronic diseases (such as heart disease, high blood
pressure, and diabetes), and poor quality of life.
•
More specifically, adequate sleep is needed to
•Fight off infection/have a healthy immune system
•Support metabolism of sugar
•Work effectively and safely (and avoid accidents)
•
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Eating healthy can help manage weight and obesity is a common risk factor for many chronic
diseases
•The type of carbohydrate matters, and examples of healthy carbohydrates include quinoa, oats,
brown rice, etc.
•
•Healthy protein sources include fish, poultry, beans, and lentils
•
•Drink plenty of water and avoid sugary drinks like soda and fruit juice
how much physical activity do adults need? 150 minutes each week of aerobic exercise
and at least 23 days of strength training
•Physical activity has been found to reduce the risk of a variety of chronic diseases, including but
not limited to: •Type 2 Diabetes
•Heart Disease
,•Cancer
•Depression
•Anxiety
•Dementia
•Helps control body weight
•Strengthens heart and improves circulation
•Improves mental health and mood
•Improves memory, learning, and judgement
•Strengthens bones and muscles
•Helps manage blood sugar and insulin
Alcohol Intake •Over time, excessive alcohol intake can lead to:
•
•High blood pressure
•Heart disease
•Stroke
•Liver Disease
,•Cancer (cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, colon, rectum, liver, and breast, among more)
•
•The less alcohol a person drinks, the lower the risk for these diseases
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults of legal drinking aging can
choose not to drink, or drink in moderation.
•"Moderation" consists of 2 drinks or less in a day for men or 1 drink or less for women.
Screening •Preventative health screening has been shown to be one of the most important
strategies to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment and prevent death
•
•Some examples include colorectal cancer screening, breast and cervical cancer screening,
diabetes screening, and depression screening.
•
•You may recall some of these experiences yourself at the doctor's office (questionnaires about
depression symptoms, Pap smears for women, but typically other cancer screenings start around
ages 40-50
•
••Examples of screening services for prevention include (but are not limited to):
, •
•Mammography (x-ray of the breast)
•Colonoscopy (scope for colorectal cancer)
•Genetic counseling and testing (especially for high-risk individuals with familial cancer history)
•Skin check by a dermatologist
Sleep Sleep may not be thought about as much in prevention, but it is extremely
important.
•
Lack of sleep is associated with injuries, chronic diseases (such as heart disease, high blood
pressure, and diabetes), and poor quality of life.
•
More specifically, adequate sleep is needed to
•Fight off infection/have a healthy immune system
•Support metabolism of sugar
•Work effectively and safely (and avoid accidents)
•
