Mrs. Ferrar is an older woman with a limited income. Which programs and services may assist her with obtaining healthy meals and becoming more physically
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1. food stamps or SNAP
2. food banks
3. WIC
4. NSLP
5. community parks
6. community gardens - correct answer 1. food stamps or SNAP
2. food banks
5. community parks
6. community gardens
Why is the government committed to improving fitness and nutrition? Check all that apply.
1. Obesity rates are rising among men and women aged 50-69.
2. Obesity is a bigger problem for women aged 50-59 than it is for men the same age.
3. Fewer people are likely to need obesity-related health care in the future.
4. If more people were healthier, obesity-related healthcare costs would decline.
5. If this trend continues, healthcare costs will continue to rise due to preventable reasons. - correct answer 1. Obesity rates are rising among men and women aged 50-69.
4. If more people were healthier, obesity-related healthcare costs would decline.
5. If this trend continues, healthcare costs will continue to rise due to preventable reasons.
Greenways are corridors of protected open space managed for conservation and recreation purposes. Greenways often follow natural land or water features, and link nature reserves, parks, cultural features, and historic sites with each other and with populated areas. Greenways can be publicly or privately owned, and some are the result of public/private partnerships. Trails are paths used for walking, bicycling, horseback riding, or other forms of recreation or transportation . . . .
Many people realize exercise is important for maintaining good health in all stages of life; however, many do not regularly exercise. The US Surgeon General estimates that 60% of American adults are not regularly active and another 25% are not active at all. In communities across the country, people do not have access to trails, parks, or other recreation areas close to their homes. Trails and greenways provide a safe, inexpensive avenue for regular exercise for people living in rural, urban, and suburban areas. -"Benefits of Trails and Greenways" National Trails Training Partnership
Which statement best summarizes the health benefit of trails and greenways?
1. Greenways preserve open space from development.
2. Trails can be used by pedestrians, bicyclists, and equestrians.
3. It is estimated that 60% of Americans use greenways and trails for exercise.
4. Trails and greenways allow people to exercise in a safe and inexpensive manner. - correct answer 4. Trails and greenways allow people to exercise in a safe and inexpensive manner.
According to the video, why is the summer meal program important? Check all that apply.
1. Summer meal sites provide free meals.
2. Any child can receive a meal through this program.
3. Summer meal sites serve as a community gathering place.
4. This program encourages kids to stay inside during the summer months.
5. This program provides a support system for families to access healthy meals. - correct answer 1. Summer meal sites provide free meals.
3. Summer meal sites serve as a community gathering place.
5. This program provides a support system for families to access healthy meals.
Which description explains the distribution of summer lunch programs in this region of California?
1. Most programs are concentrated along the coast.
2. Programs are least concentrated in Sacramento.
3. Most programs are concentrated in large cities.
4. Programs are evenly distributed throughout the region. - correct answer 3. Most programs are concentrated in large cities.
Which of these ideas are reasons the Grab 'n' Go Program is important? Check all that apply.
1. It helps students start the day correctly.
2. The cafeteria is closed before school.
3. Families do not have time for a traditional breakfast.
4. It provides students an opportunity to do homework.
5. Students need proper nutrition.
6. Breakfast helps students focus. - correct answer 1. It helps students start the day correctly.
3. Families do not have time for a traditional breakfast.
5. Students need proper nutrition.
6. Breakfast helps students focus.
Which comparison is supported by the graph?
1. More kids are not participating due to concerns over injuries than canceled programs.
2. More kids are not participating due to travel time than having no drive or interest.
3. More kids are not participating due to lack of time than no longer liking the sport(s).
4. More kids are not participating due to financial reasons than health issues. - correct answer 4. More kids are not participating due to financial reasons than health issues.
Shannon is a 14-year-old girl who wants to become physically active. She does not enjoy team sports and is on an extremely limited budget. What suggestion could you give Shannon that would best help her reach her goals?
1. Join a health club and work out everyday.
2. Add a morning walk to her routine several days a week.
3. Buy a treadmill and walk on it several times a week.
4. Join a sports team and work out during practice. - correct answer 2. Add a morning walk to her routine several days a week. [Show Less]