Heart Health Quiz & Answers
1. What is the ideal blood pressure level for a healthy heart?
- A) 120/80 mmHg
- B) 140/90 mmHg
- C) 160/100 mmHg
- D) 180/110 mmHg
(Answer: A - 120/80 mmHg)
2. How many minutes of moderate exercise should you aim for each week?
- A) 30 minutes
- B) 75 minutes
- C) 150 minutes
- D) 300 minutes
(Answer: C - 150 minutes)
3. Which of these foods is best for heart health?
- A) Red meat
- B) Vegetables and fruits
- C) Sugary snacks
- D) Fried foods
(Answer: B - Vegetables and fruits)
4. What is a common sign of a heart attack?
- A) Chest pain or discomfort
- B) Sudden fatigue
- C) Shortness of breath
- D) All of the above
(Answer: D - All of the above)
5. Which habit is most harmful to heart health?
- A) Regular walking
- B) Smoking
- C) Drinking water
- D) Sleeping 7-8 hours
(Answer: B - Smoking)
6. Which of these is a heart-healthy fat?
- A) Trans fat
- B) Saturated fat
- C) Unsaturated fat
- D) None of the above
(Answer: C - Unsaturated fat)
7. How much water should you aim to drink each day for overall health, including your heart?
- A) 1-2 cups
- B) 4-6 cups
- C) 8-10 cups
- D) 18-20 cups
(Answer: C - 8-10 cups)
8. Which cholesterol type is considered "good" for your heart?
- A) LDL
- B) HDL
- C) VLDL
- D) Triglycerides
(Answer: B - HDL)
9. What is the main cause of coronary heart disease?
- A) High cholesterol
- B) Low salt intake
- C) Overeating
- D) Low blood sugar
(Answer: A - High cholesterol)
10. What role does fiber play in heart health?
- A) Increases cholesterol
- B) Reduces cholesterol
- C) Increases blood pressure
- D) Causes blood clotting
(Answer: B - Reduces cholesterol)
11. How often should you visit your doctor for a heart health check-up?
- A) Every 3 months
- B) Every 6 months
- C) Once a year
- D) Only when you feel sick
(Answer: C - Once a year)
12. Which of these is a heart-healthy way to prepare food?
- A) Deep frying
- B) Grilling
- C) Adding extra salt
- D) Cooking with butter
(Answer: B - Grilling)
13. Which of the following can help reduce the risk of heart disease?
- A) Eating processed foods
- B) Managing stress
- C) Drinking sugary drinks
- D) Sitting for long periods
(Answer: B - Managing stress)
14. What is a normal resting heart rate for most adults?
- A) 40-50 beats per minute
- B) 60-100 beats per minute
- C) 100-120 beats per minute
- D) 120-150 beats per minute
(Answer: B - 60-100 beats per minute)
15. Which mineral is important for maintaining a healthy heart rhythm?
- A) Iron
- B) Calcium
- C) Potassium
- D) Zinc
(Answer: C - Potassium)
16. Which of these is a recommended way to reduce salt in your diet?
- A) Use fewer herbs and spices
- B) Add more salt to taste
- C) Check food labels for sodium content
- D) Eat more canned and processed foods
(Answer: C - Check food labels for sodium content)
17. How does maintaining a healthy weight help your heart?
- A) It lowers blood pressure
- B) It reduces cholesterol
- C) It lowers the risk of heart disease
- D) All of the above
(Answer: D - All of the above)
18. What effect does stress have on heart health?
- A) No effect
- B) It improves heart function
- C) It can raise blood pressure
- D) It decreases cholesterol
(Answer: C - It can raise blood pressure)
19. Which of these drinks is heart-healthy?
- A) Sugary sodas
- B) Alcohol
- C) Water
- D) Energy drinks
(Answer: C - Water)
20. How much sleep should you aim for each night to support heart health?
- A) 3-4 hours
- B) 5-6 hours
- C) 7-8 hours
- D) 9-10 hours
(Answer: C - 7-8 hours)
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