Issue link: http://cp.revolio.com/i/474241
18. How would you characterize your ability to cope with stress? a. I'm usually pretty laid back 0 points b. I have healthy ways to cope with stress 1 point c. Sometimes people say that I seem stressed 2 points d. I feel stressed and anxious most of the time 4 points 19. Do you spend 11 or more hours a day sitting? a. No 0 points b. Yes 4 points 20. How much exercise do you get? a. At least 30 minutes, 5 to 7 days per week 0 points b. At least 30 minutes, 2 to 4 per week 1 point c. 30 minutes, once a week or less 2 points d. I do not exercise 4 points 21. Do you smoke? a. No 0 points b. I used to smoke, but have quit for at least 5 years 1 point c. I used to smoke, but quit less than 5 years ago 2 points d. I am exposed to secondhand smoke regularly 3 points e. I smoke or I use smokeless tobacco products 4 points 22. Do you drink regular or diet soft drinks? a. Never 0 points b. Rarely drink soda (diet or regular) 1 point c. Once a week (diet or regular) 2 points d. More than once a week 3 points 23. Do you watch the amount of carbs in your diet? a. I limit my simple carb intake 0 points b. I know to balance my carb/protein intake 1 point c. I never watch my carbohydrates 2 points d. The majority of my diet consists of carbs 4 points 24. (Women only): Did you experience high blood pressure or gestational diabetes during pregnancy? a. No 0 points b. Yes 4 points 25. (Men Only): Do you have erectile dysfunction? a. No 0 points b. Yes 4 points What Your Score Means Zero points: Congratulations! You're taking excellent care of yourself. Reading this issue will help you maintain - or enhance – your cardiovascular health. One to 10 points: While you have relatively few cardiovascular risks, you'll benefit from learning how to optimize your heart health. Eleven to 20 points: You have definite risks for arterial disease. This issue will alert you to what you should be doing right now to combat these health threats. Twenty to 39 points: You're at moderately high risk for cardiovascular disease. Learn how to identify – and overcome –hidden medical problems that may be putting your heart health in jeopardy, including the surprising, little-known heart attack and stroke red flags. Forty points or higher: You're at high risk for cardiovascular disease. To prevent a heart attack or stroke, we recommend getting a comprehensive cardiovascular evaluation that includes the tests discussed in this issue. You'll also learn which therapies and lifestyle changes are most likely to help you ward off a heart attack or stroke. Abby's Magazine - March/April 2015 | Page 9