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Inherited
Inherit
Featuresthat have been passed on from parents to their children through genes (DNA).
Examples; eye colour, metabolism,
Metabolism
Metabolic rate
The speed at which such chemical reactions take place in the cells of the body.
This varies because of several factors, including age, gender and inherited factors.
This is also affected by the:
Cholesterol
Made in the liver and is needed for healthy cell membranes, making hormones and vitamin D.
Two types of this substance LDL and HDL.
Too much can block arteries and lead to heart attacks
Exercise
Exercising
Physical activities that strengthen muscles, gets us out of breath and helps control weight.
Too little leads to health problems such as being overweight and heart disease.
Medicine given to people when their body doesn't deal with cholesterol in a healthy way.
This medicine can cause nasty side effects and can be expensive.
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