Wellness Health And Wellness 5

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'health literacy'?

Accepted Answer

Capacity to obtain, process, and understand health information to make informed decisions

Answer

Health literacy is the ability to find, understand, and use health information and services to make appropriate health decisions.

Question 2

Dehydration during exercise most commonly first presents as:

Accepted Answer

Thirst

Answer

Thirst is typically the earliest indicator of dehydration, signaling a fluid deficit of roughly 1–2% of body weight.

Question 3

What is the role of antioxidants in the body?

Accepted Answer

Neutralizing free radicals that damage cells

Answer

Antioxidants neutralize free radicals — unstable molecules that can damage DNA, proteins, and cell membranes — thereby reducing oxidative stress.

Question 4

Which of the following sleep disorders is characterized by brief interruptions in breathing during sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep apnea

Answer

Sleep apnea involves repeated episodes of partial or complete blockage of the airway during sleep, causing brief pauses in breathing.

Question 5

Which dietary pattern is most consistently associated with reduced risk of chronic disease in research?

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean diet

Answer

The Mediterranean diet — rich in vegetables, legumes, whole grains, olive oil, and fish — is strongly linked to reduced cardiovascular and chronic disease risk.

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Wellness Health And Wellness 5