Diabetes
What blood test is commonly used to diagnose diabetes over the past 3 months?
Hemoglobin A1C.
What is a normal blood pressure?
Less than 120/80 mmHg.
Which cholesterol is called the "bad" cholesterol?
LDL.
How many minutes of moderate exercise should adults aim for each week?
150 minutes.
What A1C level is considered diabetes?
6.5% or higher.
What blood pressure reading is considered a medical emergency?
180/120 mmHg or higher.
What LDL level is considered optimal?
Less than 100 mg/dL.
How many days per week should adults do strength training?
2–3 days.
Name one common symptom of diabetes.
Blurred vision, non-healing wounds, frequent infections, or tingling in the hands/feet.
Name one lifestyle change that helps lower blood pressure.
Exercise, weight loss, DASH diet, limiting alcohol, or quitting smoking.
Which type of fat should we avoid as much as possible?
Trans fats.
Why are routine health checkups important?
They help detect problems early before symptoms develop.