High Blood Pressure

Dr. Alan Low

BSC (Pharm), PharmD, ACPR, FCSHP, CCD, RPh

Pharmacist

Vancouver, BC

Ms. Cristina Alarcon

BSc. (Pharm)

Pharmacist

West Vancouver, BC

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, not just in developed countries, but in developing nations as well.

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True/False - Quiz: Do You Understand Obesity?

Quiz: Do You Understand Obesity?

Test your knowledge by answering the following questions:

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Diabetes is associated with obesity.

Explanation:

Many medical problems such as diabetes, stroke and heart attacks are associated with being overweight or obese.

A BMI over 25 is considered obese.

Explanation:

A Body Mass Index (BMI) between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight. BMI is a statistical measurement of your height and weight. A BMI of 30 or more is considered obese.

Going on a crash diet can lower the metabolism.

Explanation:

Muscle mass effects the metabolic rate. Crash diets can cause muscle loss which can slow the metabolism.

There are medication options for people with obesity.

Explanation:

Yes, commonly prescribed weight loss medications include orlistat, phentermine, buproprion and naltrexone. These medications may be prescribed when other lifestyle changes have not proven effective.

Sleep habits are not associated with obesity.

Explanation:

Sleep habits are associated with obesity. Other common reasons include consuming too many calories, leading a sedentary lifestyle, and certain medications.

Lowering High Blood Pressure

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is indeed a significant global health issue and a leading cause of death worldwide. It affects people in both developed and developing nations, contributing to cardiovascular diseases and other complications.