Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death in the U. S. One reason is the lack of commitment to heart-healthy lifestyle. Your lifestyle is not only your best defense against heart disease, it’s also your responsibility.
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This assignment develops the following Marketable Skills:
Critical Thinking Skills
Analyze Issues
Anticipate Problems, solutions, and consequences
Appply knowledge to make decisions
Interpret data and synthesize information
Communication
Summarize Information
Personal Responsibility
Accept Responsibility
Research and discuss the causes of cardiovascular disease and its relationship to diet and exercise. Compare and analyze your own personal wellness data (Portfolio Lab assignments) to determine your risk of the disease and form a conclusion as to what changes you can make to decrease your risk. Finally, share information with others in order to encourage healthy behaviors within the community.
