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Nucleotides

The building blocks of DNA, made of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen base.

BMI

Acronym for Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight.

Skin

The largest organ of the human body.

Vitamin D

The vitamin that the body gets from sunlight.

Meats, eggs, and beans

Food group that has the most protein.

Calcium

A mineral that is important for strong bone health.

Psychology

The study of the mind.

Diabetes

The condition characterized by high blood sugar.

Liver

The organ that helps detoxify the blood.

High fat foods

Examples include cheese, butter, and nuts.

8 glasses of water

The recommended daily intake of water.

Washing hands regularly

The best way to prevent the spread of germs.

60–100 beats per minute

The normal resting heart rate for adults.

Red blood cells

The primary function is to carry oxygen throughout the body.

Immune system

Its main function is to defend the body against infections.

Protein

Nutrient responsible for muscle repair and growth.

Lungs

Their primary function is to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Insulin

The primary role is to regulate blood sugar levels.

Anemia

Condition characterized by low hemoglobin levels.

Vitamin K

Vitamin essential for blood clotting.

Vitamin A

Vitamin essential for healthy vision.

Pancreas

The organ that produces insulin.

HDL (High-Density Lipoprotein)

Type of cholesterol known as 'good cholesterol'.

Protein

Essential nutrient for muscle repair and growth, contains amino acids.

Vitamin A

Fat-soluble vitamin that helps improve vision.

Calcium

Mineral found in dairy products and leafy greens, crucial for bone health.

Fat

Nutrient that provides the highest energy and is stored for long-term energy.

Vitamins

Organic compounds that regulate metabolism and prevent deficiencies.

Apply direct pressure

Action taken to stop severe bleeding.

Cool under running water

Method for treating burns lasting at least 10–20 minutes.

Immobilize the injured area

First step when treating a suspected broken bone.

RICE

Method used for treating a sprain: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.

Elevate legs

Action to take if someone faints.

30:2

Compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR.

Lower half of the sternum

Correct hand placement for chest compressions in adult CPR.

Call 911

First action to take after checking someone is unconscious.

AED (Automated External Defibrillator)

Instrument used to restore normal heart rhythm.

Stop CPR

Can be stopped when the person becomes conscious, help arrives, or another capable person takes over.

Endorphins

'Feel-good' chemicals in the brain that reduce anxiety and depression.

Self-care

Examples include exercise, reading, and enjoying hobbies.

OCD

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

More sleep

Can contribute to increased attentiveness and reduced risk of long-term illnesses.

Short-term effects of alcohol

Impaired judgment, coordination, reaction time; dizziness, nausea, slurred speech.

Long-term drug use effects

Alters brain chemistry, leading to addiction, memory problems, and decision-making difficulties.

Signs of drug addiction

Changes in behavior, neglecting responsibilities, withdrawal symptoms, increased substance use.

Secondhand smoke

Smoke exhaled by a smoker or emitted from burning cigarettes, increases risks of lung cancer.