Nutrition and Physical health' Flashcards
1 killer of all age groups in U.S
Heart disease
3 ways decrease risk of cancer
no smoke
sunscreen
no tanning beds
is a lump in the breast always a sign of cancer
no
4 risk factors for heart disease. Controllable or incontrollable
heredity C
Hypertension C/IC
Plaque C
Overweight C
what habits contribute to weight gain
no exercise, always eating, no healthy foods
Why is excessive cholesterol bad in diet
can cause plaque build up
what nutrient group are sugars and starches a part of
carbs
Define calorie
amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down
What is a stroke? What causes it
Shut off blood flow to brain, plaque build up
What is atherosclerosis
Plaque build up narrowing vessels
What is Hypertension and why is it the silent killer
High blood pressure and it can cause clots really easy