Chapter 11: Reducing CV Risk Factors Flashcards
1
Q
What protein level, if elevated, can predict increased CHD risk?
A
C-reactive protein (CRP)
2
Q
Storage form of fat in the body
A
triglycerides
3
Q
Top risk factor for atherosclerosis
A
High LDL cholesterol
4
Q
What should be one’s goal for cholesterol levels?
A
Higher HDL, lower LDL
5
Q
What are the main causes of increased blood lipids (which are the main cause of atherosclerosis, which is the main cause of CAD)?
A
Dietary carbohydrates and sugars
6
Q
What are 4 major risk factors of cardiovascular disease?
A
1) High LDL cholesterol
2) Obesity
3) Hypertension
4) High C-reactive protein levels
5) Genetic factors
6) Metabolic syndrome
7) Homocysteine
