Experts recommend that a safe daily intake of sodium is how much (mg)?
What is 2,300 mg or 1,500 for those over 51, African American or have chronic conditions
100
Blood pressure is known as the 'silent killer' because _____
There are no signs or symptoms
100
True or false: High blood pressure increase your risk of heart disease
What is True
100
Name one thing you can do daily to reduce your risk of heart disease?
What is (discussion)
200
Another name for high blood pressure
What is hypertension
200
True or False: Most of the sodium we eat comes from adding salt at the table or adding salt when we cook
What is False. Only a small percentage comes from adding salt. More than 80% comes 'hidden' in prepared foods or processed foods.
200
True or False: A heart attack always occurs suddenly and is always very painful
What is false
200
True or False: Being physically inactive/living a sedentary lifestyle doesn't increase the risk of heart disease
What is False
200
Being active for how many minutes per day can lower blood pressure?
What is 30 minutes per day
300
Force created by the heart as it pushes blood through the blood vessels in your body.
What is blood pressure
300
Please list three foods that are high in sodium.
What is (Refer to high sodium food list)
300
The warning signs of a heart attack are ________
What is chest pain/pressure; discomfort in the arm, back or stomach; discomfort in neck or jaw; troubling breathing; light-headed or cold sweat; sick to your stomach
300
Total cholesterol levels should be below ______
What is 200 mg/dL. 240mg/dL puts you at higher risk for clogged arteries and a heart attack
300
True or False: If you have smoked your whole life there is no benefit in stopping now
What is False.
400
This substance can clog your arteries and cause heart attack or stroke
What is cholesterol
400
Please list three foods that are low in sodium.
What is (Refer to Low Sodium handout).
400
The number to call if you think you are having a heart attack.
What is 911
400
True or False: Having a family history of heart disease is a modifiable risk factor.
What is False. Non-modifiable
400
True or false: It is healthier to buy fresh or frozen fruits/vegetables than canned
What is True
500
The heart pumps approximately how much blood each minute?
What is 5 liters.
500
Preparing your own foods so you can control the amount of sodium. Use ___________ instead of salt.
What is herbs, spices and citrus.
500
True or false: The signs of a stroke include facial droop, weakness in one arm and slurred speech
What is true. If someone is experiencing these symptoms act fast and call 911.
500
Name a health condition that increases the risk of heart disease