Understanding Health and Environmental Concepts

What might be a consequence of everyone becoming overweight?

• Hotel owners might earn more

• Playgrounds will be more crowded

• Restaurants may become less popular

• Cars will have better mileage

How does the thyroid gland affect our metabolism?

• By controlling heart rate

• By regulating blood pressure

• By releasing insulin

• By producing thyroxine

What is a common cause of primary headaches?

• Dehydration

• Inflammation of neck muscles

• Heart disease

• Sinus infection

Why do we blink when we hear a loud noise?

• To focus better

• To protect our eyes

• To improve hearing

• To signal danger

What is a potential cause of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

• Excessive exercise

• Poorly coordinated nerve signals

• Lack of sleep

• High sugar intake

What is a positive effect of short-term stress on the brain?

• It inhibits neuron growth

• It shrinks the prefrontal cortex

• It activates the amygdala

• It decreases memory retention

What could be a result of all glaciers melting?

• More land for agriculture

• Decrease in sea levels

• Lower oil prices

• New shipping routes

What is a benefit of eating spicy food?

• It causes heartburn

• It has anti-inflammatory effects

• It increases appetite

• It reduces metabolism

What is a recommended practice to prevent hearing loss from earphones?

• Listening at maximum volume

• Using earphones for long hours

• Following the 60 by 60 rule

• Using in-ear headphones

What is a disadvantage of consuming too much spicy food?

• It causes acid reflux

• It improves digestion

• It reduces heartburn

• It enhances taste bud sensitivity