Wellness Trivia DEMO

How many calories equal 1 lb. of fat? A) 1500 calories B) 1800 calories C) 2800 calories D) 3500 calories

D) 3500 Calories 3500 Calories equals to 1 pound of fat. Read your food labels! Please share with your groups that it is very important to read your food labels. Be conscious of what you are putting into your body. Pat close attention to serving sizes, look for foods with lower level of saturated fats. More fiber, less sugar. Vitamins and minerals help your body function properly.

A) 1000 calories B) 250 calories C) 100 calories D) 500 calories How many calories will I burn on average, if running/walking for 1 mile? A) 1000 calories B) 250 calories C) 100 calories D) 500 calories

C) 100 Calories On average a person will burn 100 calories during 1 mile of exercise (jogging, walking, cycling). Regular Exercise ≠ Overeating Make the connection with your groups on how much easier it is to intake calories, than it is burn them off. For example to burn off the calories in 1 hamburger you would have to walk 3 miles. Individuals often think that since they are walking a couple of times a week, that they can now eat what they want.

If I am a man, and I want to lose weight, how many calories should I limit myself to per day? A) 2800-3000 calories per day B) 2500-2800 calories per day C) 1800-2000 calories per day D) 2000-2200 calories per day If I am a woman, and I want to lose weight, how many calories should I limit myself to per day? ▪ A) 1200-1500 calories per day ▪ B) 1800-2000 calories per day ▪ C) 1000-1200 calories per day ▪ D) 2200-2400 calories per day

D) For Men 2000-2200 Calories a day / Women B) 1800-2000 Calories a day Be aware of what you’re putting into the body. Share with the group the new MyPlate.gov, and its replacement of the old Food Guide Pyramid. Also, share that with increase exercise, you add a little “wiggle room” to your daily caloric intake.

What is the best source of Vitamin D? A) Cheese B) Sunshine C) Fish D) Milk

B) Sunshine All 4 are good sources, but sunshine is the best source of Vitamin D Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium. Calcium keeps your bones and muscles-including your heart-healthy and strong. Vitamin D is essential to your bones and muscles. If you are working predominantly indoors, spend some time outdoors at lunch, getting some sun to help boost your Vitamin D levels. Always remember to protect yourself with the proper clothes and sunscreen.

Answers and References Slide 2 – D Slide 3 – C Slide 4 – D and B Slide 5 – C Slide 6 – C References American College of Sports Medicine – Guideline for Exercise Testing and Prescription. Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Williams: 8th Edition, February 5th, 2009. The Lunch Line, by Karen Berman Nagel; ISBN 0590602462 www.webmd.com