Caring for our Bodies

Question 1

What 6 things are important to remain healthy?

Answer 1

1. Healthy diet
2. Exercise
3. Rest
4. Personal Hygiene
5. Clean environment
6. Clean drinking water

Question 2

Why do you need to eat healthy food?

Answer 2

To be able to work and play

Question 3

What happens if you don’t get enough food?

Answer 3

1. Your body doesn’t have enough energy to do things
2. You will get tired
3. You will get sick

Question 4

What are the four food groups?

Answer 4

1. Carbohydrates
2. Vitamins and minerals
3. Proteins
4. Fats and Oils

Question 5

What is a balanced diet?

Answer 5

Eating food from all the food groups in the correct quantities

Question 6

What are carbohydrates?

Answer 6

They give us energy quickly

Question 7

What are the two types of carbohydrates? Give an example of each.

Answer 7

1. STARCHES. Cereals, rice, bread, potatoes

2. NATURAL SUGARS. Fruit, honey.

Question 8

What are Proteins?

Answer 8

They are the building bocks of our bodies since they help make muscle and strong bones.

Question 9

What do proteins do when we are sick or injured?

Answer 9

Help heal our bodies.

Question 10

Give two examples of proteins.

Answer 10

Meat, eggs, dairy products, beans, lentils

Question 11

What do fats and oils do?

Answer 11

They are stored in our bodies to release energy at a slower rate than proteins.
Keep our bodies warm.

Question 12

Give two examples of fats and oils.

Answer 12

Dairy products, nuts, avocado pears, olives etc

Question 13

What do vitamins and minerals do for our bodies?

Answer 13

Protect them from illness

Question 14

What are the best food sources of vitamins and minerals?

Answer 14

Fruits and vegetables.

Question 15

Which two minerals are important for strong bones and teeth?

Answer 15

Calcium and magnesium

Question 16

Which mineral is important for brain development and healthy red blood cells?

Answer 16

Iron

Question 17

Why is PE at school important?

Answer 17

1. It gets you outside
2. It helps you discover which sports you like
3. It gives you skills
4. It gives you a chance to play sports with your class mates and improve relationships with them

Question 18

What are the benefits of exercise?

Answer 18

1. It helps your brain to function better.
2. It reduces stress.
3. It limits your screen time.
4. It helps you be healthy
5. It helps you sleep better.
6. It helps your immune system become stronger.
7. It helps your muscles and bones become stronger.

Question 19

Why is sleep important?

Answer 19

It helps your body rest and recover.

Question 20

What does the brain do when you are asleep?

Answer 20

1. It sorts out information.
2. It often solves problem.
3. It produces chemicals needed by the body.

Question 21

How much sleep do you need?

Answer 21

Approximately 10 hours per night, although this various for individuals

Question 22

What happens if you don’t get enough sleep?

Answer 22

1. You can’t think clearly.
2. You may not grow as much as you should.
3. You may get sick frequently since your immune system is affected.

Question 23

How can you make sure you sleep properly?

Answer 23

1. Go to bed at about the same time every day.
2. Have a bedtime routine.
3. Don’t have a TV in your bedroom.
4. Don’t watch scary movies before going to bed.
5. Don’t do strenuous exercise before going to bed.
6. Limit the amount of carbohydrates and caffeine you ingest at night.
7. Only use your bed for sleeping.