What does HEALTHY mean to you?

Health and Wellness reflection (Quick Write) Unit 1
By Isabel Grima Sánchez 3ºB

HEALTHY is the environment, the way that you look at life, the family and friends you have, the clothes that you wear, when you are sad or happy.  HEALTHY is to love yourself.  HEALTHY is like when in summer I was eating at the beach with my family, and it's the happiness and laughs with my cousins.

PANCAKES anyone??

Pancake Recipe

By Nuria Mallol  3ºESO E

Making pancakes is very quick and easy- and they taste good!  All the ingredients you need are:

 

1 cup self-rising flour
1 tablespoon of sugar
1 egg
¾ cup of milk
50 gr. melted butter

Follow these steps and in the end, you’ll have your pancakes ready to eat.

1-    First, mix the flour and sugar in a bowl.

2-    After that, beat in the egg and then the milk until the batter is smooth.

3-    Then, in a hot pan, pour ¼ cup measure of batter for each pancake.

4-    To finish up, flip over the pancakes until they get golden in both sides.

 

Each pancake has between 80 and 100 calories depending on the size.  Although pancakes are not very healthy, they provide you essential things that are good for our body such as proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and also minerals.  On top of that, they taste delicious!

 

You can always be balanced and keep up your healthy lifestyle combining sports with fruits, vegetables and chocolate too (but not so often!).

CURSO 2013-2014

Effects of Stress

STRESS

By Justina Hu 3ºB

                Nowadays, our lifes are full of stress, stress in school, stress at work, and stress with relationships. We talk a lot about the word “stress” but, do we know exactly what it is?

  Stress is just a normal physical response to an effector, or many of them, and makes you feel threatened, or upset in some way.  For example, I feel stress when I have got a lot of exams and projects during a short period of time and I have to do it all, and do it well. On the one hand, stress can be good for our lives, for example, it can make you run faster in case you see a lion, but, on the other hand, it can affect your mood and health in a bad way.

  An interesting way of comparing those effects of stress with our daily life is Psychologist Connie Lillas’ way, she compare it with how you drive. For example, foot on the gas, means that you are very agitated, and you can’t stand there without moving; foot on the brake, means that you don’t show any emotions, and you don’t move, just like the opposite of the “foot on the brake”; and the third one: foot on both, it shows that you look very relaxed, but actually you are very agitated and stressed.

  There are lots of effects of stress: Physically, you have less memory, so you won’t remember lots of thing that happened just before.  Also, you have frequent colds, and you have more habits, like for example, you bite your nails (a common habit when people are stressed); Mental, you feel depressed, that everything is going to be bad, you think of the negative aspects of the things; etc.

  With the information given above, I think that stress is essential in our lives, in both aspects: positive and negative. So, after reading all this, do you think you are as affected by stress as you thought before?

References

Helpguide.org

Stress Symptoms, Signs & Causes: Effects of Stress Overload

In-text: (Helpguide.org, 2013)

Bibliography: Helpguide.org (2013) Stress Symptoms, Signs & Causes: Effects of Stress Overload. [online] Available at: http://www.helpguide.org/mental/stress_signs.htm [Accessed: 29 May 2013].

OPERACION CUIDATE NOT OPERACION BIKINI

 In Health and Wellness we are looking at FAD DIETS/ NUTRITION and making healthy habits that last a lifetime instead of short term goals that are NOT beneficial to our long term health and that my not be internally motivating (we do it because we want to look good in a bikin- not be healthy for life....)

I have challenged you to make a vision for 2014 and to make changes in your health habits that will last a lifetime- not just bikini season.  Below you will find the format that I explained in class.  It is your HOMEWORK- so it must be done- but if you want to develop it further, let me know and we'll talk about how to do that.

 CHEERS, Jean

Cuando hagas tu visión, ten en cuenta las áreas de salud: 

1-energía  2-satisfacción de la vida  3-salud mental y emocional  4-maneja peso  5-actividad física/ ejercicio  6-nutrición  y 7-salud física (enfermedades, buenos hábitos)

VISIÓN 2014 : (long term goals with an internal motivator)

Mi Visión es: (tell me what you have achieved in 2014 as if it were true now)

Las cosas que me motivan son: (why is this important to you now?)

Mis puntos fuertes que me van a ayudar actualizar mi visión son: (what about my character will help me achieve my vision?

Algunos obstáculos posibles: (are they REAL or can I find solutions?)

Estrategias para superar los obstáculos: (are they realistic?

OBJETIVOS DE 3 MESES- what are some habits I could make or break that go in line with achieving my vision?

Fecha:

ÁREA DE SALUD:

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COMMENTARIOS:

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Morale Campaign HURRICANE SANDY

How has Hurricane Sandy affected peoples' mental, social and physical health?  Students in 2º ESO Health and Wellness are showing their empathy and support by creating their own Morale Campaign slogans, posters and reflections about Hurricane Sandy and those affected.  If you would like to participate, send your digital or paper slogans, posters and reflections to JEAN in 2º ESO (e mail jfeuerstein@sek.es).  GREAT WORK 2º!  Great example of compassion, hope and empathy.

4º ESO Psychology Part 1

This is the BOOK that we are using in class.

Click here to download

Healthy Skin and Hair

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

By Tomás Saragoça  2ºESO E

            PERSONAL CARE- Healthy skin and hair

            The skin is the largest organ of our body.  Unlike other organs such as lungs and the heart, the skin can be seen, making it an important part of our body.

There are 4 other functions:

            The skin is a barrier against water.  The skin keeps out water when you swim or take a bath.

            The skin is a sense organ.  Nerve endings in your skin let you know when something touches your body.  It allows you to know when something is painful, hot, cold…

            The skin helps control of the body temperature.  When you’re hot, sweat glands in your skin release perspiration to cool your body down.  When you’re cold, blood circulation slows to conserve body heat.

            The skin is the first line of defense against pathogens.  This is why you need to care for any cuts or burns.

PARTS OF THE SKIN:

-          Epidermis:  visible and outermost layer of the skin

-          Dermis:  Beneath the epidermis is a thick layer that’s called dermis.

-          Subcutaneous layer:  Below the dermis which connects to your bones and muscles.

                  Blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles and glands are all found in the DERMIS.  Oil glands make oils that keep the skin soft and waterproof.  Sweat glands secrete perspiration, which is released through tiny holes in the skin called PORES.  This is the way your body cools itself.

TAKING CARE OF YOUR SKIN:

            Proper skin care should be part of your daily routine.  Here are some ways to keep your skin healthy:

-           Keep your skin clean.  Bathing or showering every day with mild soap will rid your skin of bacteria and excess oils.

-          Protect your skin from the sun.  The sun’s rays can cause premature aging and even skin cancer.  Wear sunscreen and protective clothing when in the sun.  Avoid sunlight or use extra sunscreen between 10am and 4pm.

-          Treat your skin gently.  Harsh scrubbing, squeezing, or picking blemishes can result in scars.  Administer appropriate first aid to cuts, scrapes and burns.

REFERENCES:

            I used information from last year’s HEALTH AND WELLNESS UNIT to write this article.

 

Drink water!

Enjoying an active summer? Drinking water will help keep YOU active- staying hydrated helps prevent fatigue and muscle cramps. DRINK WATER!

Health Related Professions Interviews

Health and Wellness Interviews

Via SKYPE

Health Related Professions

By: Javier Ávila 2ºESO-A

In Health and Wellness class, we have been talking about professions related to Health and Sports.  Via Skype, we spoke with several professionals to learn about their experience.

First we spoke with Pat Feuerstein, sports journalist.  She writes for a magazine about an Equine Sport called Reining, in the United States.  She works at home but travels a lot to write about different competitions.  We saw a video of Shawn Flarida, doing Reining.  Mrs. Feuerstein has to interview him a lot because he wins a lot of competitions.

Another day we spoke with José Luis Ramírez Robledano a former soccer player that played for Atletico de Madrid in 2B and 2ª and he also played some matches in the 1º division with Atletico de Madrid. He retired from soccer because he had an injury in his ankle. He left soccer because he didn´t want to have more problems with injuries.

We also connected with Arnold Ramirez, a former soccer coach at Long Island University in New York. His work consisted in travelling through the world and observing players that have potential in soccer and also have good grades to give a scholarship. He also met people like Pelé, Iker Casillas and a lot of famous players. 

We would like to thank Mrs. Feuerstein, Mr. Jose Luis Ramirez and Mr. Arnold Ramirez for their time and sharing their experiences with us.

Higiene Personal

Ángela García de Teodoro 1º eso

La higiene personal es el concepto básico del aseo, limpieza y cuidado de nuestro cuerpo. Es una parte importante de nuestra vida cotidiana en el hogar. La higiene personal, no es sólo acerca de tener el pelo bien peinado y cepillarse los dientes, es importante para la salud y seguridad del trabajador en el lugar de trabajo. Los trabajadores que prestan atención a la higiene personal pueden prevenir la propagación de gérmenes y enfermedades, reducir su exposición a productos químicos y contaminantes, y evitar el desarrollo de alergias en la piel, afecciones cutáneas y sensibilidad a sustancias químicas.

La mejor manera de mantener el cuerpo limpio y libre de la infección es lavarse a diario. Esto significa tomar una ducha o un baño y el uso de agua caliente y jabón para lavar las bacterias que se acumulan a lo largo del día. Esto también significa lavar las propias manos varias veces al día. Dado que las manos tocan muchos objetos extraños, así como muchos objetos familiares (como la nariz, boca y ojos), lavarse las manos, especialmente después de ir al baño, evitará que las bacterias dañinas de la salud de un daño.

http://www.webhealthcentre.com/HealthyLiving/personal_hygiene_index.aspx http://www.statefundca.com/safety/safetymeeting/SafetyMeetingArticle.aspx?ArticleID=82

Effects of Stress- An Interview by Eva Olmo

In 3º ESO, students studied the physical and mental effects of stress.  They learned some techniques to manage stress, considering that different people need different techniques!  Then, students were given the task to interview someone with a profession that involves dealing with stress.  Eva did a wonderful job- interviewing two people- just to see the difference of perspective.
GREAT JOB!!

                                                                                        

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

To carry this work out, I interviewed two firemen who work in my town.  They were asked many types of questions about their jobs and how it affected their life. I got different answers although they both have the same job, which proves that there are many reactions to stress, depending on the person and the situation.

Interview 1:

1.      What effects of adrenaline do you notice when the bell goes off?

When I first started working as a firefighter and I heard the bell going off, my heart used to beat faster and faster and sometimes I even got a bit dizzy.

But that was only at the start, now I’ve gotten used to it and I have no problems.

2.      How do you respond to those effects?

I take a deep breath, and think about how many lives I am about to save,  or how positive is my action going to be, that makes me feel much better and motivates me.

3.      Do you think it makes a difference in your job if you feel nervous or calm?

A lot! I always say there are many ways to do things, and you do them much better when you’re relaxed, if you have any pressure it affects the result a lot.

4.      What has been the most difficult or dangerous experience you’ve ever had at work?

Once there was a fire in a library, there were people inside who couldn’t get out, our priority was the people first, and then the fire. It was difficult and dangerous at the same time, but I felt really good when the situation was over

5.      Have you always wanted to be a fireman?

Yes, since I was 7. My dad was a  fireman and I used to love going to his work, I think that’s why I’ve always loved it

6.      What do you feel like when you’ve finished your job and everything has gone as expected?

I feel really relaxed and happy with myself that everything has turned out as expected

7.      Have you ever had a nightmare related to your job?

Yes, I’ve had some, but the most memorable one was one in which my house was getting burnt with me inside and there was nothing I could do, which was weird because that is my job.

8.      For how long have you been working as a fireman?

For nearly 15 years

 Interview 2:

1.      What effects of adrenaline do you notice when the bell goes off?

I get really nervous and excited, and I don’t know how to react at first, but then I get used to it, as I don’t have time to think

2.      How do you respond to those effects?

I don’t really know what to do, people tell me to breath calmly, but that doesn’t work for me, so I just wait until it stops by itself.

3.       Do you think it makes a difference in your job if you feel nervous or calmed?

Yes, because if you’re calmed you do things much better

4.      What has been the most difficult or dangerous experience you’ve ever had at work?

There had been a gas explosion and we had to take the people out of the buildings

5.      Have you always wanted to be a fireman?

Not really, I wanted to be a cop, but now I’m happy with what I am

6.      What do you feel like when you’ve finished your job and everything has gone as expected?

I feel proud of myself

7.      Have you ever had a nightmare related to your job?

Not really, as I am used to seeing thing like fire and I’ve gotten used to it

8.      For how long have you been working as a fireman?

I’ve been working as a fireman for 7 years