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Coronary Heart Disease is when the blood vessels to the heart (arteries) become blocked with faty deposits. This reduces the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart.
In serious cases, what can happen next?
Heart Attack
What causes coronary heart disease?
1. Eating food high in fat can raise cholesterol levels, which can clogged blood vessels.
2. Diabetes and obestiy could also increase the risk of coronary heart disease.
How to reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure?
1. Reduce intake of salt and fats
2. Eat more fruit, vegetables and wholegrains
3. Eat less preserved and processed food.
4. Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight.
Name the fatty deposit that builds up in the arteries.
Plaque
How to reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease?
1. Reduce intake of food that is high in fats
2. Use healthier oils
3. Eat more fruit and vegetables
4. Exercise regularly
5. Maintain a healthy weight
Give 2 causes of high blood pressure.
1. Too much salt in the diet
2. Being overweight or obese
3. Lack of physical activity
4. Suffering from diabetes or kidney disease
How to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?
1. Use m y healthty Plate to plan a balanced diet.
2. Maintain a healthy weight.
3. Choose wholegrain options as these will release suhar slowly into the bloodstream.
What is insulin?
Insulin is a chemical in the body that control the blood sugar level well.
What are the risk factors of being obese?
What causes obesity?
1. Eating more caloriesthan required
2. A high intake of carbohydrates and fats
3. Lack of physical activity.
Name the organ that produces insulin.
Pancreas
Name 3 food that increase the risk of hypertension.
Any salty food - salty processed food.
List 2 ways to reduce sugar in the diet.
1. Drink plain water
2. Choose zero-sugar drinks
3. Choose healthier choice drinks
4. Avoid bubble tea
How many eggs equals to 1 serving of proteins?
3 eggs
What is the recommended number of minutes of physical activity weekly for adults?
150 - 300 minutes
Calculate the BMI of this boy who is 80kg and 175cm tall.
26.1
Why is plant protein such as tofu, legumes, pulses and beancurds are considered healthier options?
Because they do not contain cholesterol.
Explain why children worldwide are becoming obese.
The easy access of fast food and dine out options.
Ministry of Health has introduces a mandatory nutrition labels on drinks especially. What are these labels called?
Nutri-Grade Mark (Label)
What is the maximum amount of sugar intake daily?
50g = 10 teaspoons
How does salt contribute of hypertension?
Salt causes hypertension by making the body retain water, which increases blood volume and forces the heart to pump harder, raising pressure in the blood vessels.
Why is stir-frying a healthier method of cooking?
Because it uses the least amount of oil compared to deep frying and shallow-frying.
How much of salt is recommended daily?
1 teaspoon = 5g only
How old are seniors / elderlys?
65 years old and above
Name two wholegrains that can be included in a healthy meal.
Wholemeal bread
brown rice
wholegrain pasta, noodles, biscuits, flour, etc