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"What is one key way to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis?
A. Get regular physician examinations
, B. Eat enough calories for activity levels
, C. Gain enough weight to increase BMI
, D. Stop using tobacco products"
Answer:
D. Stop using tobacco products
Explanation:
Atherosclerosis is the accumulation of plaques of fat, calcium and other substances in the arteries. These deposits make it difficult for blood to flow from the vessels, causing heart attacks, strokes and even sudden death. Treatment depends on the severity of the condition, ranging from medication to heart bypass surgery.
Avoiding risk factors is crucial to preventing the development of atherosclerosis. Prevention requires a regular exercise routine and balanced diet with low fat and salt intake. In addition, it is ideal that people quit smoking and not extrapolate in alcohol consumption, because all this attacks arteries.
