https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3 Bailey Leider period 3 en-us 2018-02-22 22:02:27 UTC 2025-10-18 17:06:48 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234512886 Smoking is really bad for every part of your body, but it really takes a toll on the heart. Smoking can cause fatty build up in the arteries and many problems relating to communication with the lungs. Cigarette smoke is a large factor in coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is the blockage of the path of oxygen filled blood on it's way to the heart. The easiest way to avoid any health issues related to smoking is to quit smoking. Or, if you haven't smoked before, don't start now. You feel the benefits of quitting minutes after your last cigarette. ]]> 2018-02-22 22:12:39 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234512886 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517234 There are two types of cholesterol: bad cholesterol and good cholesterol. Higher good cholesterol is a good thing, but high bad cholesterol is not a good thing. Bad cholesterol refers to the plaque build up in arteries. Contributing to this build up would be diets high in saturated fats and trans fat. Like most problems involving the heart, it can be helped with exercise. Having a healthy diet and exercise schedule are the keys to maintaining heart health. ]]> 2018-02-22 22:31:19 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517234 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517586 Blood pressure is how much force your blood in pushing on to the walls of your blood vessels. If your blood pressure is elevated there can be many risks, from heart attacks to strokes. High blood pressure can be caused by a diet that's high in sodium or low in potassium. Other causes include not being physically active, family history, age, or even race. If your blood pressure is above normal (130+), it's likely you will need to visit your doctor for a check up. ]]> 2018-02-22 22:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517586 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517650 Obesity is when there are increased amounts of fat cells in your body. Obesity is a serious condition and can lead many heart problems, including increased blood pressure and atherosclerosis (the narrowing of an artery passage because of plaque build up). Causes of obesity can be factors like your environment and your family history. To treat obesity, one should eat healthy and exercise regularly. However, some more serious cases of obesity may require surgery. 
These are some more examples of risks that come with being obese:]]> 2018-02-22 22:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234517650 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518747 There are two types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes refers to when your body can't produce insulin to take sugar out of the blood. Type 2 diabetes refers to your body making too much insulin, therefore making your body less sensitive to the insulin. That makes it difficult for the insulin to take sugar out of the blood. Both types can be caused by genetics and environmental factors. However, type 2 diabetes can be associated with being obese and having a poor diet. Diabetes is treated with insulin substitutes, and avoiding having diabetes is fairly easy if you don't have a negative family history. Having a healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle is key to avoiding this heart issue.
These are some risks that go along with diabetes:]]> 2018-02-22 22:37:56 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518747 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518821 Physical activity is just one way to keep yourself healthy and fit. Exercise can reduce the risk of many heart problems, such as obesity, diabetes, and other diseases. Physical activity intensity should be gradually increasing, starting off with simple tasks like washing your car, and moving up to daily jogs around the park.]]> 2018-02-22 22:38:14 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518821 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518951 Eating right is a lot like physical activity, in that it can reduce many risks related to the heart. Eating healthy makes you feel and look good, so it is a habit everyone should adapt. ]]> 2018-02-22 22:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234518951 1qzag https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234519000 Everyone experiences stress, but stress can be a serious issue when it comes to heart health. Stress causes your heart rate to speed up, and having an increased heart rate for a long time takes a toll on your body. That can put you at risk for hypertension, a heart attack, or a stroke. To reduce stress, take personal time off, and if stress is a large part of your life, seeking support and help may be necessary. ]]> 2018-02-22 22:38:59 UTC https://padlet.com/1qzag/baileyleiderperiod3/wish/234519000