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Which of Frank's characteristics increase his risk of chronic disease?  (select all that apply)Group of answer choicesHigh added sugars in his dietHigh intake of sodiumHigh intake of dairyLow consumption of vegetablesHigh HDL cholesterolLow waist circumferenceHigh triglyceridesHigh LDL cholesterolHigh saturated fats in his diet

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Which of Frank's characteristics increase his risk of chronic disease?  (select all that apply)Group of answer choicesHigh added sugars in his dietHigh intake of sodiumHigh intake of dairyLow consumption of vegetablesHigh HDL cholesterolLow waist circumferenceHigh triglyceridesHigh LDL cholesterolHigh saturated fats in his diet

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The characteristics of Frank that increase his risk of chronic disease are:

  1. High added sugars in his diet: Consuming too much added sugar can lead to obesity, heart disease, and other health problems.

  2. High intake of sodium: A diet high in sodium can cause high blood pressure, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

  3. Low consumption of vegetables: Vegetables are rich in nutrients and antioxidants that help prevent chronic diseases.

  4. High triglycerides: High levels of triglycerides can increase the risk of heart disease.

  5. High LDL cholesterol: Also known as "bad" cholesterol, high levels can lead to buildup in the arteries and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

  6. High saturated fats in his diet: Saturated fats raise the level of cholesterol in your blood, which can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Please note that high HDL cholesterol and low waist circumference are generally considered protective or neutral factors, not risk factors. High intake of dairy can be a risk factor if the dairy products consumed are high in saturated fats, but not all dairy products are.

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