What are the benefits of a weight management program that includes regular exercise and good nutrition? (Select all that apply.)
a. Reduction of blood pressure in hypertensive patients
b. Prevention of type 1 diabetes
c. Increase in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol
d. Reduction of the blood glucose level in individuals with type 2 diabetes
e. Increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol
ANS: A, C, D
The benefits of a weight management program of regular exercise and good nutrition include a reduction of blood pressure in hypertensive patients, reduction of the glucose level in individuals with type 2 diabetes, and an increase in HDL cholesterol. Weight management does not prevent type 1 diabetes or increase LDL cholesterol.
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