Health Basics

Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)

Sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen.

Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)

Death of a portion of the heart muscle.

Anemia

Reduced ability of blood cells to deliver oxygen.

Diabetes

A group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose).

Asthma

Condition where small airways in the lungs narrow, restricting breathing.

Alzheimer's Disease

A type of dementia causing progressive memory loss and cognitive decline.

Angina Pectoris

Chest pain resulting from insufficient oxygen to the heart.

Arrhythmia

Irregular heartbeats that can affect heart function.

Arteriosclerosis

Thickening of artery walls, restricting blood flow.

Cardiomegaly

Enlargement of the heart.

Congestive Heart Failure

A condition where the heart weakens and cannot pump blood effectively.

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by the loss of essential minerals in bones, leading to increased fragility.

Aerobic Exercise

long period of time - cardiovascular endurance

Anaerobic Exercise

short distance - muscle strength

Simple Carbohydrates

sugars, bursts of energy that dies out

Complex Carbohydrates

grains and starches that give energy, but a long period of time