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What is the recommended amount of sleep for adults?
What is the recommended amount of sleep for adults?
- 6-8 hours
- 9-11 hours
- 7-9 hours (correct)
- 8-10 hours
Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to establish better sleeping habits?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to establish better sleeping habits?
- Ensure your sleeping environment is conducive to sleep
- Drink caffeinated beverages before bed (correct)
- Establish a consistent sleep routine
- Get regular exercise
How does sleep loss affect individuals, regardless of age?
How does sleep loss affect individuals, regardless of age?
- Reduces learning and memory (correct)
- Improves physical performance
- Enhances mood
- Increases energy levels
Which age group requires the most sleep according to the provided sleep needs table?
Which age group requires the most sleep according to the provided sleep needs table?
Which practice is recommended for improving sleep quality?
Which practice is recommended for improving sleep quality?
What is one negative effect of long-term stress mentioned?
What is one negative effect of long-term stress mentioned?
What should you avoid in the evening to improve sleep quality?
What should you avoid in the evening to improve sleep quality?
What is a consequence of poor sleep habits?
What is a consequence of poor sleep habits?
What contributes the most to early death according to the provided information?
What contributes the most to early death according to the provided information?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a healthy lifestyle?
Which of the following is NOT a component of a healthy lifestyle?
What does the Harris-Benedict equation help estimate?
What does the Harris-Benedict equation help estimate?
Which nutrient should comprise the highest percentage of daily intake for Filipinos aged 13-19?
Which nutrient should comprise the highest percentage of daily intake for Filipinos aged 13-19?
What is the Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) primarily used for?
What is the Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) primarily used for?
Which of the following is a factor considered when using the Harris-Benedict equation?
Which of the following is a factor considered when using the Harris-Benedict equation?
What does the Nutrition Facts label provide information about?
What does the Nutrition Facts label provide information about?
How should the average percentage of fats in a daily diet for youths be classified?
How should the average percentage of fats in a daily diet for youths be classified?
What is the primary goal of fueling performance eating?
What is the primary goal of fueling performance eating?
Which statement best describes emotional eating?
Which statement best describes emotional eating?
What can influence a child's food choices according to social eating?
What can influence a child's food choices according to social eating?
In habitual or recreational eating, when do people typically consume snacks?
In habitual or recreational eating, when do people typically consume snacks?
What role do memories play in emotional eating?
What role do memories play in emotional eating?
Which assessment question relates to understanding emotional eating?
Which assessment question relates to understanding emotional eating?
Beyond physical performance, what other aspects does fueling performance eating address?
Beyond physical performance, what other aspects does fueling performance eating address?
What could be a common experience during social eating?
What could be a common experience during social eating?
Study Notes
Healthy Lifestyle
- A healthy lifestyle encompasses a balance of physical activity, nutritious eating, relaxation, sleep, and hygiene.
- Benefits include weight control, muscle tone, improved lung capacity, better sleep, enhanced well-being, and increased energy.
- A healthy lifestyle aids in preventing illness and promoting overall wellness.
Contributing Factors to Early Death
- Lifestyle: 53%
- Environment: 21.3%
- Human Biology: 16.4%
- Health Care Systems: 9.8%
Energy Needs
- Energy requirements can be estimated using the Harris-Benedict equation, considering weight, age, height, and gender.
- Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) calculations:
- Men: RMR = 66.5 + (13.7 x weight) + (5.0 x height) - (6.8 x age)
- Women: RMR = 655.1 + (9.56 x weight) + (1.85 x height) - (4.7 x age)
- Example: A 35-year-old woman, weighting 125 pounds and 5'5" tall, has an RMR of approximately 1,339 kcal.
Eating Habits
- Nutrition Facts labels provide info on serving sizes, nutrients, and calorie content.
- FNRI-DOST recommendations for Filipinos aged 13-19:
- Carbohydrates: 55-70%
- Proteins: 20-30%
- Fats: 10-15%
Types of Eating
- Fueling Performance: Associated with athletes; involves careful planning of food intake for optimal performance.
- Emotional Eating: Eating driven by mood changes; self-assessment questions help identify its presence in individuals.
- Social Eating: Influences from social settings, traditions, and peer interactions shape food choices.
- Habitual/Recreational Eating: Eating driven by routine, such as snacking while watching TV, irrespective of hunger.
Importance of Diet
- Correct diet reduces the need for medication, while poor diet negates health benefits.
Sleeping Routine Assessment
- Sleep duration, consistency, and environment significantly influence health and well-being.
- Recommended sleep needs by age:
- Newborns: 14-17 hours
- Infants: 12-15 hours
- Toddlers: 11-14 hours
- Preschoolers: 10-13 hours
- School-age children: 9-11 hours
- Teens: 8-10 hours
- Adults: 7-9 hours
Practical Ways to Improve Sleep Habits
- Establish regular sleeping and waking times.
- Create a conducive sleep environment.
- Engage in regular exercise, avoiding close timing to bedtime.
- Limit caffeine and sugary foods in the evening.
- Silence or turn off electronic devices before sleep.
Stress Management
- Stress affects individuals differently and can lead to serious health issues if not managed.
- Long-term stress impacts physical, emotional, and mental well-being, hindering the quality of life.
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Test your knowledge on healthy lifestyle choices, energy needs, and the factors contributing to early death. This quiz covers important concepts such as the Harris-Benedict equation and the benefits of proper nutrition. See how well you understand the balance required for overall wellness.
