1. What’s the global awareness date for heart health? September 29
2. What’s the best type of exercise for heart health? Aerobic (Cardio)
3. Which vitamin is especially important for heart health? Vitamin D
4. Which of these is NOT a symptom of a heart attack? Sneezing
5. What is the red pigment in blood that carries oxygen? Hemoglobin
6. True or False: Women are just as likely as men to get heart disease. True
7. Which food is best for heart health? Salmon
8. Which organ works closely with the heart to oxygenate blood? Lungs
9. Which lifestyle habit most directly lowers risk of heart disease? Daily physical activity
10. What should you limit to maintain a heart-healthy diet? Sodium
11. How many times does the average heart beat per day? ~100,000
12. What is the main function of the heart? To pump blood throughout the body
13. What’s the medical term for high blood pressure? Hypertension
14. What is a common cause of heart disease? Plaque buildup in arteries
15. Which is NOT a controllable risk factor? Family history
16. What’s the leading cause of death globally? Cardiovascular disease
17. Which is a “good” type of cholesterol? HDL
18. What’s a healthy adult blood pressure reading? 120/80 mmHg
19. How many chambers does the heart have? 4
20. Which type of fat is worst for heart health? Trans fat
