14.3 Flashcards
Low-density lipoproteins (Hint: What does it cause)
What level of LDL is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease?
Cause fatty deposits to accumulate in arteries, impeding blood flow
160mg +
Medicaid
Healthcare program funded by the U.S.government aimed at people who are low-income or needy
Aerobic exercise
How would you calculate your maximum heart rate?
Exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate between 60-90% of the person’s maximum heart rate
Subtract your age from 220
Lipoproteins
Are fatty chemicals attached to proteins carried in the blood
High-density lipoproteins
Help keep arteries clear and break down LDLs
What levels of HDL are good in men vs women?
Metabolism
Min. 40mg
Min. 50mg
How much energy the body needs