Disease Prevention
How many hours of sleep should adults get daily?
Adults should get at least 7 hours of sleep each day.
Does what you eat matter if you are staying within your daily calorie needs?
No, what you eat matters just as much as staying within your daily calorie needs. That means following the dietary guidelines.
How much deaths does cigarette-smoking cause each year in the U.S.?
Cigarette smoking causes more than 480,000 deaths each year in the U.S. + over 16 million Americans are living with a disease caused by smoking.
What is a chronic condition?
A chronic condition is a health disease, or condition, that is long-lasting.
What can physical inactivity lead to?
Physical inactivity can lead to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and obesity.
Could a person's diet now affect their long-term health;if so, what should that diet look like?
Having a healthy diet helps prevent heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic diseases. That diet should consist of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, (lean) protein, low-fat dairy products and limited sugars, saturated fats, and sodium.
Regarding diet what should you follow (guidelines).
To maintain a healthy diet you should follow the 'Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025'.
Which chronic conditions are significantly correlated with excessive alcohol use?
High blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, and some cancers.
What is cancer?
A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue.
Is obesity a chronic disease?
Obesity is a chronic disease. It can lead to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
Is abstaining from drugs a preventative measure to chronic disease(s)?
Yes, to abstain from or stop smoking lowers the risk of chronic disease(s) and premature death.
What is a healthy diet low in?
A healthy diet is low in added sugars, sodium, saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol.
Which chronic diseases are significantly correlated with a person's diet and physical activity?
Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease(s) and stroke, and some cancers.
What is the difference between type 2 and type 1 diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes- A lifelong condition where the pancreas makes little or no insulin, which leads to high blood sugar levels.
Type 2 diabetes- A long-term condition where the body has trouble controlling blood sugar and using it for energy.
What is the second leading cause of death?
The second leading cause of death is cancer.
Can the lack of oral hygiene cause health problems?
Yes, it's important to practice oral hygiene to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer.
What should a healthy diet mostly consist of?
A healthy diet should mostly consist of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat milk products.
Do people really have a hand in preventing chronic diseases?
Yes, we do! About half of American adults have one, or more, preventable chronic diseases, many of which are correlated with poor diets and physical inactivity.
What is arthritis?
Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that mostly affects joints. This occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues.
About how much deaths is excessive alcohol use responsible for each year?
Excessive alcohol use is responsible for 178,000 deaths in the United States each year.
Could knowing and sharing your family history with your doctor prevent chronic disease?
Yes, you can take steps to prevent said disease and catch it early if it develops.
What did the USDA replace in 2011?
In 2011, the USDA replaced MyPyramid with MyPlate.
Can a risk factor be something someone is born with?
A risk factor is something that increases the chance of developing a disease. The obvious risk factors that come to mind are behavioral risk factors- however some risk factors could be genetic.
What is Alzheimer's?
Alzheimer's disease is a chronic disease that destroys brain cells, causing thinking ability and memory to decline over time.
What can diabetes cause?
Heart disease (which is the leading cause of death in the US), kidney failure, and blindness.