Now That Dallin Is Approaching 50, He Is Concerned About

question 254

Multiple Choice

Now that Dallin is approaching 50, he is concerned about his risk for heart disease. What steps can Dallin take to reduce the effects of heard disease?

• A) Dallin can start a low-impact resistance-training program.
• B) Dallin can make sure he eats a diet low in fat and increases his physical activity to at least a moderate level.
• C) Dallin can begin taking blood-thinning medications and watch his diet.
• D) Dallin may watch his diet and exercise, but his chances for heart disease are largely controlled by genetics.

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