Which behavior may help prevent someone from developing heart disease? (1 point) Responses never eating any cholesterol never eating any cholesterol drinking whole milk drinking whole milk exercising regularly exercising regularly taking iron supplements
Exercising regularly is a behavior that may help prevent someone from developing heart disease. Regular physical activity is well-documented to have a number of health benefits, including improved heart health, better weight management, lower blood pressure, improved cholesterol levels, and reduced risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease.
The other behaviors listed do not have the same level of evidence supporting their ability to prevent heart disease:
- Never eating any cholesterol: While it's important to not consume excessive amounts of cholesterol, having some cholesterol in the diet isn't necessarily harmful for everyone, and the body actually needs some cholesterol to function properly. The focus should be on limiting intake of saturated and trans fats, which have a more impactful role in raising blood cholesterol levels.
- Drinking whole milk: Milk is a source of nutrients but also contains saturated fat. Consuming whole milk in moderation is acceptable for many people, but those concerned about heart disease may opt for low-fat or fat-free dairy options. The impact of whole milk on heart disease risk is not as straightforward as the effect of regular exercise.
- Taking iron supplements: Iron supplements are typically only recommended for individuals who have iron-deficiency anemia or special conditions that require them. They are not usually associated with preventing heart disease, and in fact, taking iron supplements without a deficiency may potentially cause harm, including oxidative stress on the cardiovascular system.