Chapter 16

Circulation

Section 3

• Cardiovascular Diseases– Diseases of the cardiovascular system include

atherosclerosis and hypertension– Atherosclerosis• Heart attack

– Hypertension– Why is hypertension called the “silent killer”?

Section 3

• Keeping Healthy– To help maintain cardiovascular health, people

should exercise regularly; eat a balanced diet that is low in saturated fats and trans fats, cholesterol, and sodium; and avoid smoking

– Exercise & diet– Avoid smoking– What are some foods that are high in cholesterol?