Inheritance, exercise and health B1 1.3

Inheriting health

Inherited factors are factors which we inherit from our parents

• Appearance
• Health
• Metabolic rate
• Cholesterol

Controlling Cholesterol

Cholesterol is an inherited factor which affects ones health.

Forms of cholesterol:

• Healthy: Needed for cell membranes and vital hormones
• Unhealthy: Can cause health problems

If the balance of the two is wrong you can risk having heart disease

The liver deals with the fat in your diet. A balanced diet can keep the balance correct, however the inherited factors can still have a big impact.

Exercise and Health

People who exercise regularly are generally…