Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2
diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions for taking care of their health and nutrition by answering the following multiple-choice question(s). In addition to making dietary changes, what else can Jane and Ellen do to be proactive in reducing their risk of developing chronic diseases?
A) Exercise regularly
B) Reduce stress by practicing healthy relaxation techniques
C) Quit smoking or do not start smoking
D) All of the above
D
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