Facts
High Blood Pressure is a "silent" what?
Killer
Whats a good physical Habit to keep BP under control?
Exercising and any type of movement
What age are the people most susceptible?
Age: over 50 years old
How many seeds/nuts should you be obtaining?
4-5 servings/week
What heart problem can occur with high bp?
Heart Attack
High Blood Pressure can damage your what?
ARTERIES!
What is a habit you should avoid?
Eating unhealthy foods (chips, empty cal) and smoking
What's a genetic factor?
Race (African-Americans)
What type of fruit can you eat?
Citrus fruits( oranges etc.) and berries
What brain disorder can occur what high bp?
Stroke
What Diet is good for High BP?
The Dash Diet
What's a good habit at night to make sure you can avoid high blood pressure?
Getting enough sleep
What's a disease someone can have that can make them very prevalent to getting high blood pressure
Diabetes
How many Grains should you be getting in your diet?
6-8 Servings/Week
What can happen to your arteries with high bp?
Hardening or blockage of them
Whats a normal Blood Pressure?
120/80
What is something you should reduce in your diet?
Sodium!
What drink can make you get more high blood pressure?
Too much Alcohol
What foods should you stay away from?
Those high in sodium
What organ can high bp also effect?
Kidneys
Is 140/70 known as a high blood pressure?
YES!
What's a drink you can cut back on?
Caffeine!
What is another factor of someone having high BP?
What type of meats can you eat?
Lean meats (chicken breast)
What symptoms are you at risk for with high bp?
Blindness, chest pain, memory loss, heart attack, stroke, sudden loss of kidney function, and artery damage