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What percentage of school-age American children is estimated to have high blood pressure? 0% 1-2% 5-6% 10-15% #7 High blood pressure puts additional strain on which of the following parts of the body? Heart Blood vessels Kidneys All of the above #8 African Americans are at greater risk of developing high blood pressure than white Americans. True False #9 Which one of the following drugs is not used to treat high blood pressure? Antibiotics Diuretics Beta blockers Vasodilators #10 Magnesium has shown some blood pressure-lowering effects in a number of research studies. True False _________________________________________________________________________________________ Answers to Quiz: 1. Increase 40% 2. False 3. All of the Above 4. True 5. Stroking a cat or dog 6. 10-15% 7. All of the above 8. True 9. Antibiotics 10. True This quiz was found on the following site, along with other great information: Healthy Recipes: Appetizer: Celery Seed Slaw Ingredients: 8 cups (960 g) shredded green cabbage 2 carrots, about 4 ounces (120 g), peeled and shredded 2/3 cup (150 g) thinly sliced red onion 1 green bell pepper, 6 ounces (880 g), seeded and finely chopped 1/4 cup (50 g) fat-free mayonnaise 1/4 cup (50 g) fat-free plain yogurt 2 tablespoons (30 ml) malt or cider vinegar 1 teaspoon (5 ml) celery seeds 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) spoonable sugar substitute, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt (optional) freshly ground pepper Instructions: Combine the cabbage, onion, and bell pepper in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, celery seeds, and sugar substitute. Spoon over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt (if using) and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Nutrition Facts: Amount Per Serving: Calories 31 Fat >1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 52 mg http://www.heartcenteronline.com/myheartdr/home/index.cfm Monthly_Newsletter_4 Septemeber 2003 |