14.3

Question 1

Low-density lipoproteins (Hint: What does it cause)

What level of LDL is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease?

Answer 1

Cause fatty deposits to accumulate in arteries, impeding blood flow

160mg +

Question 2

Medicaid

Answer 2

Healthcare program funded by the U.S.government aimed at people who are low-income or needy

Question 3

Aerobic exercise

How would you calculate your maximum heart rate?

Answer 3

Exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate between 60-90% of the person’s maximum heart rate

Subtract your age from 220

Question 4

Lipoproteins

Answer 4

Are fatty chemicals attached to proteins carried in the blood

Question 5

High-density lipoproteins

Answer 5

Help keep arteries clear and break down LDLs

Question 6

What levels of HDL are good in men vs women?

Metabolism

Answer 6

Min. 40mg
Min. 50mg

How much energy the body needs