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Health Second Trimester
Disease and prevention, stds, nutrition, fitness
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Health Care
10th Grade
04/11/2011

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Term
infectious
Definition
spreading from one organism to another
Term
noninfectious
Definition
does not spread from one organism to another
Term
Disease
Definition
A disease is anything infectious that changes or disrupts normal cell function.
Term
immune system
Definition
a complex protection mechanism that functions by protecting the body from harmful microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites) and foreign materials (toxins and venoms).Its job is also to recognize and eliminate foreign pathogens.
Term
Chronic Disease
Definition
A disease or health condition that lasts longer than three months, sometimes for the remainder of one's life.
Term
Acute Disease
Definition
A disease or health condition that occurs and subsides within three months, usually within days or weeks.
Term
What are some examples of chronic infectious diseases?
Definition
HIV, Meningitis, Tuberculosis, and viral STDs
Term
What are some examples of acute infectious diseases?
Definition
A cold, the flu, and mono
Term
What are some examples of chronic noninfectious diseases?
Definition
Diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, heart disease, cancer, hypertension
Term
What are some examples of acute noninfectious diseases?
Definition
Heart Attack, Stroke, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia
Term
Staying away from infected individuals is an example of ___________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Keeping yourself clean by washing your hands and showering is an example of __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Getting enough sleep is an example of ____________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Exercise is an example of ___________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Eating right is an example of __________disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Stress management is an example of ____________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
Not smoking or drinking excessively (or possibly, at all) is an example of _______________ disease prevention.
Definition
Primary
Term
What is primary disease prevention?
Definition
Disease prevention before the disease is present.
Term
What is secondary disease prevention?
Definition
Disease prevention for early diagnosis.
Term
Visting your doctor on a regular basis and getting yearly physicals is an example of ________ disease prevention.
Definition
Secondary
Term
Being aware of your family's medical history is an example of __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Secondary
Term
What is tertiary disease prevention?
Definition
Measures taken while disease is present.
Term
Chemotherapy is an example __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Tertiary
Term
Medications are an example of __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Tertiary
Term
Surgery is an example of __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Tertiary
Term
Dialysis is an example of __________ disease prevention.
Definition
Tertiary
Term
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
Definition
infectious diseases spread from person to person through sexual contact
Term
Epidemics
Definition
occurrences of diseases in which many people in the same place at the same time have the disease
Term
What are some examples of bacterial STDs?
Definition
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Term
What are some examples of some viral STDs.
Definition
HIV/AIDS
Genital Herpes
HPV
Genital Warts
Term
Can viral STDs be cured?
Definition
No
Term
Can bacterial STDs be cured?
Definition
Yes
Term
The most common bacterial STD in the U.S.
Definition
Chlamydia
Term
If not treated, Chlamydia could lead to ______ ________ _________ in women.
Definition
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Term
Symptoms of Chlamydia
Definition
yellowish discharge in women and painful urination in men.
Term
Gonorrhea is spread through ______________.
Definition
skin on skin contact with the penis, vagina, mouth, or anus
Term
How many stages does syphilis attack the body in?
Definition
Three
Term
What happens in the first stage of syphilis?
Definition
Chancre sores
Term
What happens in the second stage of syphilis?
Definition
Chancre sores occur in the mouth and the body experiences flu-like symptoms.
Term
What happens in the latent stage of syphilis?
Definition
It permanently attacks the brain and the heart that could cause permanent damage.
Term
What does type 1 of the herpes symplex virus cause?
Definition
Cold sores
Term
What does type 2 of the herpes simplex virus cause?
Definition
Genital sores
Term
Human Papilloma Virus causes ___________.
Definition
Cancer
Term
The most common viral STD in the United States:
Definition
Genital Warts
Term
Metabolism
Definition
the chemical process in which the body breaks down food to release and use energy
Term
Calorie:
Definition
a unit of energy
Term
Basal metabolic rate:
Definition
the rate at which the body burns calories at rest
Term
There are 3 classes of nutrients that provide energy:
Definition
Carbohydrates, Proteins and Fats.
Term
The other 3 classes of nutrients do not provide energy but are necessary for good health:
Definition
Vitamins, Minerals and Water.
Term
Sugars and Starches
Made of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
The brain and central nervous system’s preferred source of energy
Definition
Carbohydrates
Term
Simple carbs
Definition
consist of sugars, glucose being the most important (candy, soda, syrups, some fruits and vegetables)
Term
Complex carbs
Definition
are made up of sugars that are linked together to form long chains (starchy veggies, whole grains found in some breads, rice and cereals)
Term
_________ Carbs are better for your health.
Definition
Complex
Term
Why are complex carbs better for your health?
Definition
They take more time to process and break down.
They do not cause the body’s blood sugar level to increase at a drastic rate.
They usually contain more fiber so they keep you feeling fuller longer.
Term
A type of complex carbohydrate
Cannot be broken down, passed through the body without being digested
Necessary for proper digestive function
Definition
Fiber
Term
Whole grains, fruits and veggies provide ample _______.
Definition
Fiber
Term
You should take in at least __ grams of fiber daily
Definition
25g
Term
No more than __% of your total daily calories should come from fat.
Definition
30%
Term
9 calories per gram
Definition
Fat
Term
4 calories per gram
Definition
Proteins, and carbs
Term
How many classes of unsaturated fats are there?
Definition
Two
Term
What types of fats are there?
Definition
Unsaturated, saturated, and trans fats
Term
Monounsaturated Fats are found in:
Definition
certain fish, avocados, olives, walnuts and vegetable oils (corn, canola, olive and sunflower)
Term
Polyunsaturated fats are found in:
Definition
whole grain wheat, cereal
Term
Saturated Fats are found in:
Definition
Meats and dairy products
Term
No more than --% of your total fat calories should come from saturated fat
Definition
30%
Term
Trans Fats are found in:
Definition
crackers, cookies, snack foods, and fried foods
Term
A waxy, fat-like substance that is found in the cells of all animals
Not present in plants
Definition
Cholesterol
Term
High levels of cholesterol are associated with ___________ __________.
Definition
Heart Disease
Term
You should not consume more than --- mg of cholesterol per day.
Definition
300
Term
Contain Nitrogen as well as carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
Serve as a source of energy
Important for growth and repair of the body’s tissues
Definition
Proteins
Term
Amino Acids
Definition
smaller links of protein that are digested and absorbed into the blood stream
Term
“essential amino acids”
Definition
they must be taken in through your diet. There are ten of them
Term
Foods high in protein include:
Definition
meats, dairy, nuts and beans
Term
There are two classes of vitamins:
Definition
water soluble and fat soluble
Term
Fat Soluble Vitamins:
Definition
A, D, E, K (can be stored)
Term
Water Soluble Vitamins:
Definition
C and all B (cannot be stored)
Term
vitamins that help protect cells from normal aging process and certain cancers
Definition
Antioxidants
Term
Foods high in antioxidants:
Definition
apples, berries, broccoli, pomegranates, dark chocolate, tomatoes, walnuts, red wine
Term
Nutrients that occur naturally in rocks and soil.
Definition
Minerals
Term
There are over __ minerals that are essential for good health.
Definition
20
Term
--% of the body is made up of water
Definition
65%
Term
conveys the idea that the bulk of people’s diets should consist of grains, vegetables & fruits
it also emphasizes a diet low in fats & sugar
Definition
Food Guide Pyramid
Term
Deficiency
Definition
when the body lacks one specific nutrient from any of the 6 classes.
Term
Malnutrition
Definition
any condition in which a person’s total nutrient consumption is inadequate or unbalanced.
Term
Skin-fold caliper:
Definition
measures fat deposits that accumulate under your skin.
Term
Overweight
Definition
more than 10 percent above an appropriate weight
Term
Obesity
Definition
more than 20 percent or more above an appropriate weight
Term
Basal Metabolic Rate
Definition
the rate at which you use energy when your body is completely at rest
Term
Hunger
Definition
is a feeling of physical discomfort caused by your body’s needs for nutrients
Term
Appetite
Definition
a desire for food that is based on emotional factors
Term
Vegetarian:
Definition
does not include meat in their diet
Term
Vegan:
Definition
does not eat meat or any food that comes from an animal source
Term
Diabetic:
Definition
a disorder in which the body does not produce enough insulin; causes high glucose levels in the blood
Term
Carb Loading:
Definition
practice used by athletes preparing for a long term athletic event such as a marathon
Term
Additives:
Definition
improve texture and color, replaces or adds nutrients
Term
mainly used to prevent spoilage, helps prevent food poisoning
Definition
Preservatives:
Term
adding vitamins and minerals to a food that are lost during processing
Definition
Enriched:
Term
adding a nutrient to a food that the food does not normally have
Definition
Fortified:
Term
Cardiorespiratory Endurance
Definition
ability of your heart, blood vessels & lungs to distribute nutrients & oxygen
Term
the capacity of a muscle group to exert or resist a force
Definition
Muscular Strength
Term
Muscular Endurance
Definition
the ability of your muscle groups to keep working
Term
Flexibility
Definition
bending, stretching & twisting your joints easily. The ability to use a muscle throughout its entire range of motion
Term
the amount of body fat compared to lean tissue such as muscle or bone
Definition
Body Composition
Term
chemicals produced by the brain that give a sense of satisfaction & pleasure.
Definition
Endorphins
Term
nonstop, repetitive strenuous physical activity; Minimum
20 minutes; Swimming, riding a bike, long distance running; Improves cardiovascular & muscular endurance
Definition
Aerobic
Term
Intense physical activity during which muscles use up more oxygen than blood can supply; Few seconds to few minutes; Weight lifting, sprinting, pushups; Improves flexibility, strength & speed at which muscles work
Definition
Anaerobic
Term
Improves flexibility, strength & speed at which muscles work
Definition
Isotonic
Term
Exercise in which muscles contract without much body movement
Definition
Iso-metric
Term
Muscles move through range of motion against a resistance
Definition
Iso-kinetic
Term
Bending & straightening arms
Definition
Isotonic
Term
Pushing against a wall
Definition
Isometric
Term
Always uses machines (type of exercise)
Definition
Isokinetic
Term
F.I.T. stands for:
Definition
Frequency, intensity, and time
Term
circadian rhythm
Definition
24-hour cycle of behavior patterns that humans exhibit
Term
Sleep
Definition
deep relaxation of the body and mind; little conscious thought or movement
Term
Insomnia
Definition
difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep.
Term
Sleep Apnea
Definition
breathing stops for short periods during sleep and then resumes suddenly.
Term
Narcolepsy
Definition
falling asleep suddenly without warning for short periods of time. Narcoleptic people enter REM sleep without passing through NREM sleep.
Term
-eyes move very little
-body gradually reaches state of deepest relaxation through 4 stages
Definition
NREM (non rapid eye movement)
Term
REM (rapid eye movement)
Definition
-rapid flickering of eyes behind eyelids
-high level of brain activity
-dreams
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