Cardiovascular disease can start to develop during adolescence or even childhood. Below are some risk factors that may increase your chances of developing cardiovascular disease. Mark the risk factor as one you can control or one you can not control.(8 points) Risk factor you can control Risk factor you can not control Physical activity Risk factor you can control – Physical activity Risk factor you can not control – Physical activity Gender Risk factor you can control – Gender Risk factor you can not control – Gender Diet Risk factor you can control – Diet Risk factor you can not control – Diet Stress Risk factor you can control – Stress Risk factor you can not control – Stress Tobacco use Risk factor you can control – Tobacco use Risk factor you can not control – Tobacco use Cholesterol Risk factor you can control – Cholesterol Risk factor you can not control – Cholesterol Heredity Risk factor you can control – Heredity Risk factor you can not control – Heredity Age Risk factor you can control – Age Risk factor you can not control – Age
Risk factor you can control – Physical activity, Diet, Stress, Tobacco use, Cholesterol
Risk factor you can not control – Gender, Heredity, Age
Risk factor you can control: Physical activity, Diet, Stress, Tobacco use, Cholesterol
Risk factor you cannot control: Gender, Heredity, Age
Risk factor you can control:
1. Physical activity
2. Diet
3. Stress
4. Tobacco use
5. Cholesterol
Risk factor you cannot control:
1. Gender
2. Heredity
3. Age
To determine whether a risk factor is controllable or uncontrollable, we need to understand whether it is modifiable through lifestyle changes or not.
Physical activity: This is a risk factor that you can control. You have the ability to engage in regular exercise and maintain an active lifestyle, which can help reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Gender: This is a risk factor that you cannot control. Certain conditions, such as heart disease or stroke, may be more prevalent in one gender compared to another. However, it is important to note that lifestyle factors can still play a role in reducing the risk for both genders.
Diet: This is a risk factor that you can control. By making healthy food choices, reducing the intake of unhealthy fats, sodium, and sugar, and maintaining a balanced diet, you can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease.
Stress: This is a risk factor that you can control. While it may not be possible to completely eliminate stress from your life, you can adopt stress management techniques such as exercise, meditation, or counseling to reduce its impact on your cardiovascular health.
Tobacco use: This is a risk factor that you can control. Avoiding tobacco products and quitting smoking can significantly lower your risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
Cholesterol: This is a risk factor that you can control. By adopting a healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and, if necessary, taking prescribed medication, you can maintain healthy cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Heredity: This is a risk factor that you cannot control. Your genetic makeup and family history may influence your susceptibility to cardiovascular disease. However, even with a family history of heart disease, you can still mitigate the risk by following a healthy lifestyle.
Age: This is a risk factor that you cannot control. As you age, the risk of developing cardiovascular disease increases. However, by adopting a healthy lifestyle, you can still reduce the impact of age-related risk factors.
Remember, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional to assess your individual risk factors and develop appropriate strategies to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease.