Nutrition and Global Instability Quiz

Immunization prevents illnesses in families and communities, reducing epidemics.

Regular exercise improves family health and reduces illness susceptibility.

A balanced, low-fat diet keeps the family energetic and minimizes illnesses.

Stress management techniques can help families maintain good health, even with busy lifestyles.

For adults and children (6+ years), use an oral thermometer to measure temperature, following the proper cleaning and procedure.

Use a rectal thermometer for children under 6 or those who can't use an oral thermometer, cleaning, and lubricating prior.

Normal body temperature ranges from 36.9°C to 37.2°C (97.6°F to 99.6°F), with 37.5°C (98.6°F) being common.

Measuring and recording temperature helps detect and monitor potential health issues in your family.

Using a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff (sphygmomanometer) to measure blood pressure.

Controlling the number of children in a family.

Methods to prevent pregnancy.

Birth control pills that are taken daily to prevent pregnancy.

Oral contraceptive pills come in packets of 21 or 28 tablets.

Take the first pill on the 5th day of your period.

Take the pills daily for 3 weeks and skip a week without pills each cycle. Then start the new pack.

Some women experience morning sickness, breast swelling, or pregnancy-like symptoms when first starting the pill, due to hormones. Serious side effects, like blood clots, are rare.

The days during a woman's menstrual cycle when she is most likely to become pregnant.

A diet that includes a variety of foods from all food groups in the right proportions.

A condition caused by not eating enough of the foods the body needs, leading to health problems.

Failure to grow or gain weight normally, slowness in walking, talking, or thinking, swollen bellies, thin arms and legs, sadness, lack of energy, swelling of feet, face and hands, thinning or loss of hair, dryness of eyes or blindness.

Weakness and fatigue, loss of appetite, anemia, sores in the corners of the mouth, "burning" sensation or numbness of the feet.

1. Eat a variety of foods, 2. Maintain a healthy weight, 3. Choose a diet low in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol, 4. Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, and grain products, 5. Use sugar only in moderation, 6. Use salt and sodium only in moderation, 7. If you drink alcohol, do it in moderation.

Carbohydrates found in whole grains, legumes, and vegetables, which are digested slowly and provide sustained energy.

A high-fat diet increases the risk of heart disease and other health issues.

Grains that retain their bran and germ, providing more fiber and nutrients than refined grains like white flour.

Dietary fiber, found in whole grains, helps with digestion, regulates blood sugar, and can lower cholesterol levels.

Water is essential for bodily functions like hydration, temperature regulation, and waste removal.

Refined sugar lacks nutrients and provides empty calories, potentially contributing to weight gain, cavities, and nutrient deficiencies.

Many processed foods contain added sugars disguised with names ending in '-ose' like dextrose, fructose, and sucrose.

Consuming too much sugar can negatively impact your health. Limit foods with sugar among the first few ingredients.

High-fructose corn syrup is a common form of added sugar found in many processed foods.

Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein, while limiting sugar and processed foods, is key for good health.

Economic inequality between wealthy and poor nations creates tension and potential for conflict.

Differences in ethnicity, religion, and culture can lead to conflict, especially when resources are limited.

The widespread availability and production of weapons capable of causing large-scale destruction pose a serious threat to global security.

Criminal organizations that operate across national borders have grown in the age of globalization, posing a complex challenge to law enforcement.

An organized and armed uprising against the established authority, ranging from civil disobedience to violent acts.

The use of violence and fear to achieve political or ideological goals, often targeting civilians.

Any act that causes damage, destruction, or harm, including self-destructive behaviors like suicide.

The unlawful killing of another person with intent, distinguishing it from other forms of homicide.

Essential substances needed by the body for growth, development, energy, and regulation.

Water, carbohydrates, lipids (fats), proteins, vitamins, and minerals are the six essential categories of nutrients.

Proteins are crucial for growth, maintenance, and development of muscles, organs, and other tissues.

Protecting a nation's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the well-being of its people.

The primary advisory body for coordinating and integrating national security plans and policies.

Responsible for gathering, analyzing, and evaluating information relevant to national security.

The foundation of national defense and security in the Philippines.

Explicitly emphasizes the protection of national sovereignty and the promotion of the general welfare.