Match the terms to their definition.


1. bad cholesterol


low-density lipoproteins (LDL), derived from foods that are high in cholesterol and

saturated fats (meat and dairy products, for example)


2. benign tumors


a fat-like substance that is naturally found in the body and, in and of itself, does not

pose a health risk.


3. cardiovascular


are able to spread to other locations, invade and destroy other tissues.


4. cholesterol


refers to the entire circulatory system: heart, arteries, veins, blood vessels and

capillaries.


5. chronic illness


a concept that equates to an individual's personal happiness and satisfaction.


6. good cholesterol


a disease that has a prolonged course, cannot cure itself, and rarely is it

completely cured.


7. malignant tumors


something that may increase a person's chance of developing a specific illness or

disease.


8. protective factor


cannot spread to other tissues; they remain in the initial location, and are

considered non-cancerous.


9. quality of life


high-density lipoproteins (HDL), derived primarily from unsaturated fats

(vegetables and fruits).


10. risk factor


something that decreases a person's risk of developing a specific illness or

disease.