Salt and Blood Pressure
Eating too much of this common seasoning can raise your blood pressure
What is salt?
This food group includes apples, bananas, oranges, and berries
What are fruits?
This simple form of exercise can improve your health and requires no special equipment other than comfortable shoes
What is walking?
Feeling thirsty, having a dry mouth, and producing dark-colored urine may be signs of this condition
What is dehydration?
Most older adults should aim for approximately this many hours of sleep each night
What is 7-9 hours?
True or False: Most sodium in the American diet comes from packaged and restaurant foods rather than the salt shaker
What is true?
This nutrient, found in whole grains, fruits, and vegitables, promotes healthy digestion and helps prevent constipation
What is fiber?
Doing this before and after exercise can help improve flexability and maintain range of motion
What is stretching?
Drinking enough fluids helps your body regulate temperature, transport nutrients, and support the function of these organs that filter waste from your blood
What are kidneys?
Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing helps to prevent skin damage caused by these rays from the sun
What are ultraviolet (UV) rays?
This type of food, sold in cans, often contains extra sodium to preserve flavor and freshness
What are canned soups or vegitables?
This type of bread is generally a healthier choice than white bread because of its higher fiber content
What is wheat-bread?
Regular physical activity helps to strengthen these important structures that connect muscles to bones and support movement
What are tendons?
Drinking enough water helps keep this part of your body soft, making it easier to have regular bowel movements
What is stool?
Removing loose rugs, improving lighting, and installing brab bars can help prevent this common cause of injury among older adults
What are falls?
These seasonings can add flavor to your food without increasing the sodium content (need at least 2/4 for full points)
What are garlic powder, black pepper, lemon juice, onion powder
This nutrient, found in foods such as chicken, fish, eggs, and beans, can help you to maintain muscle mass and strength
What os protein?
Activities such as crossword puzzles, reading, and learning neew skills help keep this important ability sharp as we age
What is memory?
These two common beverages contain caffeine, which can have a mild diuretic effect, espicially in those who are not used to consuming it
What are coffee and tea?
This important vitamin, often called the "sunshine vitamin" helps your body abdosrb calcium and maintain strong bones as you age
What is vitamin D?
The American Heart Association reccomends no more than this amount of sodium per day for most adults, with an ideal goal of 1,500 mg
What is 2,300 mg?
This heart-healthy eating plan emphasizes fruits, vegitables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and reduecd sodium to help control
What is the DASH diet?
Adults aged 65 and older should aim for at least this many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week, as their health and abilities allow
What is 150 minutes?
As we age, this natural sensation may decrease, making it important to drink fluids regularly even when you don't feel thirsty
What is sense of thirst?
Doing this regularly, even when you feel healthy, can help detect health problems early and keep you feeling your best as you age
What are regular health checkups?