Fun Facts
The average heart weighs
8-10 oz
What is considered a healthy blood pressure number?
120/80
As you age your heart requires more rest.
True or False
Stress and anxiety do not affect the heart.
True or False?
False. Negative emotions can cause the release of hormones that impact the heart.
Which common seasoning contributes to high blood pressure?
Salt
True or False:
Laughter is good for your heart
True
During a heart attack your heart stops beating.
True or False
False. During a heart attack blood flow to a portion of the heart muscle is blocked causing the heart muscle to die.
How many minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise should a person get every day?
30 min.
3 ways that stress affects your health and increases your risk of heart disease.
Makes it harder to make healthy choices (food & exercise)
increases inflammation throughout the body
What types of meat are recommended for a heart healthy diet?
white meats like chicken, turkey and fish. Red meat is high in cholesterol.
muscle tissue
People with diabetes are 2x more likely to develop heart disease. True or False?
True
During your waking hours, aim for ___?___ every hour.
5 min of exercise.
1/2 of every meal and snack should include________
fruits and vegetables
100,000 beats per day (average)
How can a diabetic decrease their risk of developing a heart disease?
Control their blood glucose. Uncontrolled levels cause damage to the blood vessels and stiffness in the heart muscle.
If you have had a heart attack in the past should you avoid exercise?
No! exercise is important to increase your endurance and improve your heart health following a heart attack.
3 things that can reduce stress and lower your risk of heart disease
Meditation- taking time every day to calm your mind
exercise!
activities like yoga that combine deep breathing and focus with exercise.
Which sweet treat supports heart health when eaten in small amounts?
dark chocolate!
1 million barrels of blood (average)
Why is high blood pressure damaging to your heart?
Over time, high blood pressure causes your arteries to become lose elasticity. This decreases the flow of blood to the heart muscle. It can also increase the possibility of strokes.
The biggest risk factor for heart disease in the US is?
Inactivity.
What is Broken Heart Syndrome?
Sudden extreme emotions can cause symptoms that mimic heart attack symptoms. The heart usually recovers quickly and without lasting damage.