CHAPTER 5 - TAKING THE PRESSURE OFF

  1. How is hypertension defined? (p37) 

     

  2. What lifestyle factors influence blood pressure levels? (p37)

     

  3. How much salt is considered adequate for our daily needs? (p37)

     

  4. How does the intake of potassium-rich foods affect the risk of stroke? (p38)

     

  5. Which foods are high in potassium? (p38-39)

     

  6. Which foods are high in sodium? (p39)

     

  7. What effect does calcium supplementation have upon blood pressure in those persons with low calcium intakes? (p39)

     

  8. What are the three major factors for preventing or reducing the risk of high blood pressure? (p37,40)