Biological Risk Factors

Question 1

what are risk factors

Answer 1

factors that influence the chances of developing a long-term health condition/ getting a disease

Question 2

the more risk factors an individal has, the greater their chance of developing…

Answer 2

a chronic disease

Question 3

within geographical areas what are blue zones

Answer 3

areas known for high life expectancy (often thought to be due to diet)

Question 4

how can non-modifiable risk factors be controlled

Answer 4

through making lifestyle changes

Question 5

what is the name of the gene that predisposes people to developing obesity

Answer 5

FTO, at risk since they have higher circulating levels of the hunger hormone (ghrelin)

Question 6

are men or women more likely to die from cardiovascular disease

Answer 6

men, since they store fat closer to the central organs

Question 7

name some non-modifiable risk factors

Answer 7

age, gender, ethnicity, genetics

Question 8

what is thought to be the biggest factor in developing diabetes

Answer 8

body weight