addiction
A strong desire to do something, even though it is Harmful
example: smoking, drinking alcohol, using harmful drugs such as cocaine, crack,
marijuana
adolescence
The state or process of growing up, also the period of
life from puberty to maturity
aerobic exercise
Exercise that uses a great deal of oxygen for a long period
of time example: run a mile or two without stopping
agility
The ability to move and change directions
alcohol
A depressant drug found in some beverages
alcoholism
A disease in which a person is dependent on alcohol
anaerobic exercise
Exercise that is done for a short time and uses a
great deal of oxygen example: running full speed for 100 yards or more
artery
A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
blood pressure
The force of blood against the artery walls
cardiorespiratory endurance (heart-lung)
The ability to stay active without getting tired. You can
run, swim, walk, or bike without becoming tired. example: running a mile or
more without stopping.
cell
The smallest living part of the body
circulatory system
Body system that moves oxygen, food, and waste through
the body
coordination
The ability to use body parts and senses together for
movement
deodorant
A grooming product used under the arms to control body
odor
depressants
Drugs that slow down body functions example: liquor,
beer, wine, and all drinks with alcohol
etiquette
The body of rules governing the way in which people behave
socially or in public life.
flexibility
The ability to bend and move your body easily; you can
move your arms and legs in many directions.
food group
Foods that contain the same nutrients
food guide pyramid
A guide that shows how many servings are needed from
each food group each day
grooming
Taking care of your body and having a neat and clean
appearance
health fitness
Having the heart, lungs, muscles, and joints in top condition
heart rate
The number of times your heart beats in one minute
hygiene
Conditions or practices of cleanliness
muscular strength
The amount of force your muscles can produce; strong muscles
help you lift, push, kick or pull objects. example: push-ups, pull-ups, and
sit-ups
narcotic
A drug that slows down the nervous system and relieves
pain
example: morphine—used to control pain;
codeine—narcotic painkiller made from morphine;
heroin—illegal narcotic made from morphine
nutrients
Substances in food that your body uses
• proteins
Used for growth and repair of cells and to supply energy
• carbohydrates
The most useful supply of energy for your body
• fats
Used by the body for energy and to help store some vitamins
• vitamins
Help regulate body processes and fight disease
• minerals
Help regulate body processes and build new cells
• water
Helps with digestion; makes up most of your blood; helps
remove waste products; and regulates body temperature
physical fitness
Having your body in top condition
posture
The way you hold your body as you sit, stand, and move
preadolescence
The period of human development just preceding adolescence
stimulants
A drug that speeds up body functions example: caffeine
found in chocolate, coffee, tea and
some soda pop; nicotine found in tobacco; cocaine
and crack made from coca bush leaves
vein
A blood vessel that carries blood to the heart
