Risk Factors
The force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps
What is blood pressure?
What is an example of healthy fat?
Nuts, seeds, and avocados
The leading cause of death in the United States
What is heart disease ?
This type of exercise is best for your heart
What is aerobic exercise?
By sleeping well, exercising, and having a healthy diet you can decrease your risk of heart disease
Fact
Examples of Risk Factors you CAN'T change
Family history, Type 1 Diabetes, Gender, Age
What should you avoid in a heart healthy diet?
Trans-fat, Sugary drinks, and excess salt
How many hours should an adult sleep every night
7-9 hours
Brisk walking, hiking, swimming, biking, and running
What are some examples of aerobic exercise?
A blood pressure of 135/90 is considered normal
Myth- 120/80 is a normal reading
A waxy, fat-like substance in your blood.
What is cholesterol?
What are some examples of whole grains?
Quinoa, oats, and brown rice
True or False: A consistent blood pressure of 140/90 means that you have hypertension
True
This type of lifestyle increases your risk for obesity, heart disease, and diabetes due to low movement
What is a sedentary lifestyle?
Eating berries is harmful for your health due to the sugar contents
Myth- berries have lots of antioxidants and are heart healthy
What are some examples of risk factors you Can change
high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, exercise, diet
What are examples of protein rich foods?
Salmon, lean meats, eggs, nuts, and beans
For men, at which age does your risk of heart disease increase?
A) 40 B) 45 C) 50
B) 45 years old
Physically- Strengthens muscles and increases blood flow
Mentally- improves mood
What are the benefits of exercise?
For better sleep, you should avoid caffeine at least two hours before bedtime
What is the best thing you can do to understand your risk for Heart Disease?
See your Health Care Provider
A vitamin in leafy greens that helps your blood clot properly
Vitamin K
How many people die from heart disease each year?
A) 65,000 B) 700,000 C) 650,000
C) 650,000 people
At least 5 days of 30 minute aerobic exercise
What is the recommended amount of exercise per week?
Lifting weights heavily 1 day a week is the best way to exercise for your heart health
Myth- Aerobic exercise (cardio) is recommended 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week!