Food and Thought

According to Dr. Brian Stollery, what happens when we skip meals?

• • We gain weight.

• • Our mood and ability to think clearly are affected.

• • We feel less hungry.

• • We become more energetic.

What percentage of the energy used by our bodies is utilized by the brain?

• 10%

• 30%

• 20%

• 50%

Why is it important to eat a carbohydrate-based breakfast?

• • To gain weight.

• • To restore blood sugar levels after sleep.

• • To reduce cholesterol.

• • To avoid overeating at lunch.

What happens to serotonin levels when you don't eat regular meals?

• • They drop.

• • They stay the same.

• • They increase.

• • They are unaffected.

What is serotonin responsible for?

• • Increasing appetite.

• • Boosting energy levels.

• • Keeping moods and emotions in balance.

• • Improving digestion.

What is a likely consequence of skipping meals?

• • Decreased blood sugar levels.

• • Increased mental focus.

• • Reduced calorie intake.

• • Craving sweet, carbohydrate-rich snacks.

What health problems can overeating carbohydrate-rich snacks lead to?

• • Skin issues.

• • Diabetes or heart disease.

• • Better mental health.

• • Improved immunity.

According to studies, people who do sport in their free time:

• • Appear to be healthier and catch fewer colds.

• • Are more likely to catch colds.

• • Have lower energy levels.

• • Suffer from more injuries.

How does moderate exercise benefit the immune system?

• By decreasing white blood cell production.

• • By reducing energy expenditure.

• • By suppressing immune cell activity.

• • By circulating immune cells more quickly.

What can happen to the immune system after extreme exercise?

• It becomes stronger.

• • It produces more antibodies.

• • It can be suppressed.

• • It is unaffected.