b7 Flashcards
1
Q
what is health
A
the state of physical and mental well being
- diet, stress and life situations have an effect on both physical and mental health
2
Q
what are risk factors
A
they are linked to an increased rate of disease
- aspects of a person’s lifestyle
- substances in a person’s body or environment
3
Q
disease linked to smoking
A
lung disease, lung cancer, cardiovascular disease
- chemicals in cigarette damage the alveoli in lungs and the lining of the arteries
4
Q
disease linked to obesity by poor diet
A
type 2 diabeties
- excess consumption of sugar reduces the body’s sensitivity to insulin
