14.3 Flashcards

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Low-density lipoproteins (Hint: What does it cause)

What level of LDL is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease?

A

Cause fatty deposits to accumulate in arteries, impeding blood flow

160mg +

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Medicaid

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Healthcare program funded by the U.S.government aimed at people who are low-income or needy

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Aerobic exercise

How would you calculate your maximum heart rate?

A

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

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Lipoproteins

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Are fatty chemicals attached to proteins carried in the blood

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High-density lipoproteins

A

Help keep arteries clear and break down LDLs

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What levels of HDL are good in men vs women?

Metabolism

A

Min. 40mg
Min. 50mg

How much energy the body needs

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