FACTS AND MYTHS
Some people believe coffee raises our blood pressure, when in reality we should be more worried about _____.
What is ALCOHOL!
Normal blood pressure is ________
180/20!
Quitting this will lower your risk for heart disease!
What is SMOKING!
__________ is when our blood pressure is elevated in a doctor's office but normal in other settings!
What is WHITE COAT SYNDROME!
__________ is the bottom number; it measures the pressure while your heart rests.
What is DIASTOLIC!
Not getting enough _______ on a regular basis is linked to high blood pressure.
What is SLEEP!
Hypertension is often asymptomatic earning it the nick name _________.
What is "SILENT KILLER"!
__________ crisis happens when our BP is 180/20 or higher.
What is HYPERTENSIVE!
Per the CDC men should have no more than _____ alcoholic drinks a day and women no more than ______.
What is 2 and 1!
Our blood pressure naturally fluctuates throughout the day. The spike in between 6AM and 10AM is called the ________.
What is MORNING SURGE!
___________ is the top number; it measures the pressure while your heart beats.
What is SYSTOLIC!
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends ________ minutes of physical activity a day.
What is 30!
People with normal ______ think they don't need to think about their blood pressure, when in fact 45% of people with a normal _______ have hypertension.
What is BMI or BODY MASS INDEX!
If your blood pressure is over 180/20 and you are experiencing symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness, weakness, change in vision or difficulty speaking you should_______
What is CALL 911!
We should enjoy less _______ and ________ and more fruits and vegetables!
What is SODIUM and SATURATED FATS!