Movie 1 - Cholesterol Video (7:49) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WhADd1GKtA&feature=related
1. What is cholesterol and why do we need it? Cholesterol is a lipid a soft waxy fat produced by the liver. It is a important building block of the human body, because it is part of the cell membrane and the cell wall. It also helps to make chemicals for our bodies to digest food.
2. What are the dangers of too much cholesterol? The dangers are heart disease and strokes.
3. Explain the difference between good vs. bad cholesterol Ldl is a bad cholesterol and this leads to extra cholesterol in your arteries. Hdl is the good cholesterol, it contributes to reduced amounts of cholesterol in your arteries.
4. What is the treatment for high cholesterol? To lower high cholesterol, one can change their lifestyle with, exercise, and a proper diet. There are drugs to help manage and control the condition.
Movie 2 - Stroke video (6:19) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH6WqBNBOZQ&feature=related
1. What are the symptoms of a stroke? The symptoms of a stroke are a sudden headache, blurred vision, loss of coordination, and numbness on one side of the body.
2. Describe the 2 types of strokes. The two types of strokes are Ischemic and Hemorrhagic. Ischemic occurs when an artery in the brain is blocked. Hemorrhagic occurs when a weak artery in the brain explodes and flooding the surrounding brain tissue.
3. How do you avoid strokes? You can avoid them by, lowering your cholesterol, and lowering your blood pressure. Exercise and a good diet can lower your risks for strokes.
Movie 3 - Diabetes Video (5:35) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTgBvJsHcCk&feature=related
1. What is diabetes and what are the symptoms? It is a metabolic disorder in the pancreas. The symptoms are dehydration, weight loss, changes in vision, and extreme fatigue.
2. Describe the 2 types of diabetes. The two types are Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 was most commonly in children and young adults. It occurs when all of the insulin cells have been destroyed. It is also less common.
