Health Quiz

Experts recommend that we undertake regular physical activity in order to enjoy better health and a reduced risk of many common diseases. But, how much exercise is recommended?
1. an hour of challenging exercise, such as circuit training or an aerobics class, five times a week
2. an hour of running or swimming, three times a week
3. any moderate intensity activity that leaves you slightly out of breath, for at least 30 minutes per day, at least five times a week
4. any rhythmic, continuous activity that leaves you slightly out of breath, for at least 30 minutes per day, three times a week
Which of the following counts as one portion towards the recommended five plus portions of fruit and vegetables per day?
1. a dessert bowl of salad
2. a 150ml glass of fruit juice
3. three heaped tablespoons of beans or pulses
4. all of the above
The direct cause of a heart attack is?
1. high blood pressure
2. high cholesterol
3. a blockage in an artery
4. the heart just stops beating
What is most sensible advice for recovering from short-term back ache (with no other symptoms)?
1. stay in bed until the pain has gone
2. stay in bed for two or three days
3. get up, but do no activity until the pain has gone
4. get up and try to return to normal activities
Why do fruit and vegetables help to keep your heart healthy?
1. because they are high in fibre
2. because they contain vitamins and minerals
3. because they are high in water
4. we don't know exactly why
'Physical activity only makes joint problems, such as osteoarthritis worse' - true or false?
1. true - physical activity damages the joints
2. true - physical activity will reduce mobility and should be avoided
3. false - it makes no difference
4. false - regular physical activity can be helpful in controlling the pain of osteoarthritis
Most people have heard the term 'cardiovascular disease' or CVD. But what does it actually mean?
1. it just means having a heart attack
2. it means having a stroke
3. it means any illness to do with the heart and blood vessels
4. it means either a heart attack or angina
The risk of which of these illnesses is reduced through regular physical activity?
1. thyroid cancer
2. colon cancer
3. stomach cancer
4. all of the above
What is the difference between a 'use by' date and a 'best before' date?
1. a 'best before' date shows how long a shop can sell a food, 'use by' shows when you need to eat it
2. they mean exactly the same, but 'best before' is used for packaged foods
3. 'best before' gives a deadline for freezing food, 'use by' gives a date for eating it
4. a 'use by' date is given for foods that could be dangerous if you eat them after expiry, a 'best before' date just shows it might not taste as good
Which of these tips is not a good way of preventing back pain when lifting?
1. avoid lifting heavy loads whenever possible
2. don't twist your back when you lift
3. don't lift in cramped, awkward conditions
4. keep your knees straight and bend from the waist to pick objects up
To what extent is it true that exercise is an effective way to lose weight?
1. totally true - exercise helps you lose weight very quickly and easily
2. true - but you need to do a very challenging sort of exercise
3. not true - it is quite hard to lose weight through exercise alone
4. totally untrue - exercise doesn't help you to lose weight
A raised level of LDL cholesterol, so called "bad cholesterol", is a factor in increased risk of coronary heart disease. What can you do to reduce LDL cholesterol?
1. eat less saturated fat, such as red meat, butter and cheese
2. eat a wide range of fruit, vegetables and wholegrains
3. stop smoking and get physically active
4. all of the above
What is the most common cause of back pain?
1. a slipped disc
2. a trapped nerve
3. an injury to a muscle
4. usually there is no obvious physical cause
If you suffer from prolonged back pain, which of the following is most likely to be the most 'back-friendly' mattress for you?
1. a new, medium firm mattress
2. a second hand mattress
3. a new, very hard mattress
4. a new, firm mattress