Define atherosclerosis and identify dietary, lifestyle, blood lipid levels, and blood pressure measurements that are helpful or harmful for cardiovascular disease risk. (4) Flashcards
1
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happens when a blood vessel gets blocked and blood can no longer flow through it
A
atherosclerosis
2
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blood cholesterol ≥240
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unhealthy
3
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blood cholesterol <200
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healthy
4
Q
<120/<80 mmHg
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normal blood pressure
5
Q
120-129/ <80 mmHg
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high blood pressure
6
Q
low saturated fat
high soluble fiber diets
high fruits and vegetables
antioxidant vitamins and provitamins
phytochemicals
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dietary components that lower risk
7
Q
limit clot formation
prevent irregular heartbeats
decreases blood triglycerides, increases HDL cholesterol
decreases inflammation
relax arteries
decrease blood pressure
A
benefits of eating fatty fish
8
Q
how much fish should you eat a week for a 2000 calorie diet?
A
8 ounces
9
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how much fish should you eat a week for a diet with more than 2400 calories?
A
10 ounces
