Exam 5: Developing More Healthful Behavior

More than half of Americans are overweight.

Withdrawal syndrome is another name for ______.

Heavy use of methamphetamine has been linked to ______ problems.

______ are simple carbohydrates that offer little more than a spurt of energy.

Alcohol is a depressant that in low doses can be stimulating.

______ are complex carbohydrates that provide vitamins, minerals, and a steady flow of energy.

Obesity reduces life expectancies in the United States by an average of ______ years.

A little more than one in ______ Americans suffer from persistent or chronic insomnia.

Each of the following is true of sleep EXCEPT ______.

In his efforts to lower his calorie intake, Shaun, when hungry, stuffs his mouth with celery rather than ice cream, eats premade low-calorie snacks instead eating peanuts or candy, or tries jogging instead of eating a snack. His efforts are examples of ______.

Each of the following is true of ecstasy EXCEPT ______.

Jill enjoys baseball, bowling, and weight training. All of these activities are ______.

Cigar smokers who do not inhale are _______ nonsmokers to develop lung cancer.

Orange produce, such as carrots, and sweet potatoes, and deep green vegetables are all good sources of vitamin ______.

Each of the following is something you should do if you suspect someone may have overdosed on alcohol EXCEPT ______.

Discuss the effects of marijuana and describe the problems associated with its use.

Muscle strengthening and improved flexibility will be most improved through ______ exercise.

Overdoses of vitamins can be harmful.

______ are amino acids that build muscles, blood, bones, hair, and fingernails.

Sugars are simple ______.