The purpose of this study was to describe the information resources, level of
knowledge on hypertension, and health promoting behaviors (diet and exercise) of young
African American women, and to determine whether there was a relationship between
their knowledge level and health promoting behaviors (diet and exercise). The study
sample consisted of African American women (N=31) 18 to 30 years old. Data was
collected using a demographic questionnaire, High Blood Pressure IQ Quiz, and the
Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile II. Participants reported they received majority of
their information from doctors, family, television, and schools. Participants scored an
average of 70% on the High Blood Pressure IQ Quiz. No significant positive correlation
was detected between knowledge level and health promoting behaviors diet (r = -.060)
and exercise (r =.199). The implication from this study is that further research is needed
to determine the variables affecting hypertension knowledge and health promoting