Ve.Z: How Healthy are You?

So! How Healthy Are You?

What is your risk of obesity? Take this quiz to help you zero in on areas of personal weaknesses and strengths. Evaluate where
you might need to make some changes.

Your Health Challenge

1. How much “screen time” (TV, video, computer) do you get each day?

__Less than one hour a day + 0
__One to two hours a day + 1
__Two to three hours a day + 2
__More than three hours a day + 3

2. How many servings of fruits and vegetables (excluding fruit juice) do you consume each day?

__Five or more + 0
__Three to five + 1
__Less than three + 2

3. How much physical activity do you get each day?

__Less than 30 minutes each day + 2
__30 to 60 minutes each day + 1
__More than 60 minutes each day + 0

4. Are you active outdoors on most days of the week?

__Yes + 0
__No + 1

5. Is water your primary beverage throughout the day?

__Most occasions + 0
__Sometimes + 1
__Hardly ever + 2

6. How often do you snack on high-fat foods?

__Most of the time + 2
__Some of the time + 1
__Hardly ever + 0

7. Do you participate in community or school sports teams,
or activity lessons such as golf classes or tennis
lessons?

__Yes + 0
__No + 1

8. Food is not used to reward positive behavior in school or
your family.

__True + 0
__False + 1

9. Regular physical activities are part of your family life.

__True + 0
__False + 1

10. Does your family maintain a healthy weight?

__Yes, we maintain a healthy weight + 0
__No, some of my family is overweight + 1
__No, my mom/dad are both overweight + 2
__No, all of the family is overweight + 3

Total Points ___________

Your Score — Add Your Points Above
0—4 You are at low risk of becoming overweight or obese. Continue your habits of being active and eating healthy.	5—9 You are at moderate risk for becoming overweight or obese. Look for ways to increase physical activity and focus on eating a healthy and well-balanced diet.	10—14 You are at a moderately high risk for becoming overweight or obese. Limit your “screen time” and aim for 1 hour of physical activity per day. Replace unhealthy snacks with fruits and veggies.	15—18 You are at high risk for becoming overweight or obese. EXERCISE / LIMIT SCREEN TIME / EAT PLENTY OF FRUITS AND VEGGIES / DRINK LOTS OF H20!

So! How Healthy Are You?

Your Health Challenge

Your Score — Add Your Points Above