Monday, July 22, 2013

Aha Moments

Some key points that caught my attention throughout the chapters

Ch. 1:

  • 6 Dimensions of Wellness (Physical, Spiritual, Environmental, Social, Intellectual, and Emotional.)
  • If we do not strive to live a healthy way of wellness, this will cause greater chance of death and decrease living longer
Ch. 10:
  • FITT Principle (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type)
  • I liked learning the exercise workout plan which is suggested to do 3-5 days of cardio a week and 2-3 days of strength training.
Ch. 9:
  • Learning the difference between complex carbs and simple carbs
  • Learning that you should be consuming 10-35% total calories of protein a day, 45-65% total calories of carbs, and 20-35% of fats.
Ch. 11:
  • Several studies show that artificial sweeteners and HFCS both lead to weight gain and obesity!
  • 5 lbs of muscle take up 1/3 of the space of 5 lbs of fat.
Ch. 2:
  • According to the American Psychological Association 77% of American adults suffer from health problems related to stress.
  • Your type of gender can affect the way you respond to stress.
Ch. 3:
  • The #1 most common disorder in America is Depression.
  • Learning the signs and symptoms of suicide and how you can prevent/help others when showing symptoms
Ch. 7: 
  • 6 groups of psychoactive drugs - Stimulant (cocaine), Depressant (alcohol), Hallucinogen (MDMA), Cannabis (marijuana), Narcotic (heroin), Inhalants (gasoline). 
  • Males are at greater risks in drug abuse and dependence.
Ch. 8:
  • Cigarettes contain 43 different carcinogens.
  • Food in stomach will slow the absorption of alcohol you consume while a carbonated beverage will speed up absorption.
Ch. 16:
  • 4 million Americans suffer from disabling injuries on the job every year.
  • Males are 9x as likely as females to commit murder and 3x as likely to be murdered.

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