8.2.3 - Mechanisms of Health Benefits
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What is metabolism?
💡 Hint: Think about how we get energy from what we eat.
Name one way exercise improves immune function.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between movements and health.
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What is one mechanism through which exercise improves health?
💡 Hint: Focus on the benefits of exercise beyond just physical appearance.
True or False: Chronic inflammation is beneficial to health.
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term effects of inflammation on the body.
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Explain how a busy individual can incorporate exercise into their daily routine to improve metabolism, enhance immune function, and reduce inflammation.
💡 Hint: Think about creative ways to integrate movement into various aspects of daily life.
Critically evaluate different types of physical activities based on their intensity and how they can affect chronic inflammation and immune function.
💡 Hint: Consider both the benefits and risks of various exercise types.
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