Lifestyle Habits
This sleep duration is linked to lower risk of obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.
7-9 hours
This number of minutes per week is the recommended minimum for reducing chronic disease risk.
150 minutes
This common Nigerian seasoning cube is high in sodium, which can worsen hypertension when used frequently.
Maggi, knorr
This number represents the “top” blood pressure reading and measures pressure when the heart beats.
Systolic blood pressure
This condition — more common in Black adults — causes the heart muscle to thicken due to long‑term high blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart failure.
Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH)
This hormone, released during chronic stress, increases belly fat and raises diabetes risk.
Cortisol
This type of exercise — like brisk walking or Afrobeats dancing — strengthens the heart and improves circulation.
Aerobic exercise
This food label section tells you how much sodium, sugar, and fat you’re consuming per serving.
The Nutrition Facts table
This simple home device can help detect hypertension early and is recommended for regular monitoring.
Blood pressure monitor
This inherited blood condition, more common in people of African ancestry, can make certain diabetes tests less accurate and may mask early signs of chronic disease.
Sickle cell trait
This type of fat — found in fried foods and processed snacks — increases inflammation and heart disease risk.
Trans fat
This winter activity strengthens your legs and heart—and requires a pair of blades. What is it?
Ice skating
This traditional Nigerian oil is flavourful but high in saturated fat, which can raise LDL cholesterol.
Palm Oil
Women aged 50–74 are encouraged to get this screening every 2–3 years. What is it?
Mammogram
This mineral deficiency is more common in people with darker skin living in northern countries like Canada and is linked to higher blood pressure.
Vitamin D Deficiency
This calming evening drink made from hibiscus is known to help lower blood pressure. What is it?
Hibiscus leaves aka Zobo
This condition, more common in Black communities, improves significantly with regular physical activity and weight management.
Type 2 diabetes
This type of fibre — found in oats, beans, and okra — helps lower cholesterol and control blood sugar.
Soluble fibre
This condition — often caused by long‑term hypertension — is the leading reason Black adults develop kidney failure. What is it?
Hypertensive Nephrosclerosis
This organ is often damaged silently by long‑term high blood pressure, leading to higher rates of kidney disease in Black communities.
The Kidney
This outdoor activity has been shown to reduce stress and improve heart health. NIROW health and Wellness hosts this activity at least twice in a year. What is it called?
Trail walk session
This measurement — the ratio of waist circumference to height — is a stronger predictor of chronic disease than BMI.
Waist‑to‑height ratio
This mineral, found in bananas, beans, and plantains, helps counteract sodium and regulate blood pressure.
Potassium
This screening test for cervical cancer is recommended even for women who feel healthy because early stages have no symptoms. What test is it?
Pap smear
This term describes how social factors like housing, income, immigration status, and racism shape health outcomes.
Social Determinants of Health