Nutrition and Physical health' Flashcards

1
Q

1 killer of all age groups in U.S

A

Heart disease

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2
Q

3 ways decrease risk of cancer

A

no smoke
sunscreen
no tanning beds

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3
Q

is a lump in the breast always a sign of cancer

A

no

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4
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4 risk factors for heart disease. Controllable or incontrollable

A

heredity C
Hypertension C/IC
Plaque C
Overweight C

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5
Q

what habits contribute to weight gain

A

no exercise, always eating, no healthy foods

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6
Q

Why is excessive cholesterol bad in diet

A

can cause plaque build up

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7
Q

what nutrient group are sugars and starches a part of

A

carbs

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8
Q

Define calorie

A

amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down

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9
Q

What is a stroke? What causes it

A

Shut off blood flow to brain, plaque build up

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10
Q

What is atherosclerosis

A

Plaque build up narrowing vessels

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11
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What is Hypertension and why is it the silent killer

A

High blood pressure and it can cause clots really easy

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