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- 4. The body makes vitamin D when exposed to this source of UV radiation.
- 5. Primary component of blood and an essential nutrient.
- 6. Blood vessels used to assess blood pressure.
- 9. Hypertension goes by this deadly moniker (2 words).
- 11. These excretory organs can be harmed by high blood pressure.
- 14. Synonym for breathing.
- 16. This mineral can increase water retention resulting in higher blood pressure.
- 18. Term for temperature greater than 100.4F.
- 19. Blood pressure below normal.
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- 1. Internal balance of the body.
- 2. Physical activity.
- 3. Too much of this waxy, fat-like substance can clog blood vessels.
- 4. Result of interruption in blood flow to the brain.
- 7. Indicates the amount of oxygen carried by red blood cells.
- 8. Hooch, liquid courage, or sauce.
- 10. A state or condition outside the expected range.
- 12. Describes the top number when measuring blood pressure.
- 13. Balance between heat lost and gained by the body.
- 15. Modifiable practice that can harm BP.
- 17. One portion of food or drink according to the nutrition label.