2. Americans Affected By Chronic
Diseases
1 in 2 adults in the United
States suffer from chronic
diseases such as heart
disease, stroke, cancer,
diabetes, arthritis, and
obesity (Centers for
Disease Control and
Prevention, n.d.).
3. Causes of Chronic Diseases
The causes of chronic
diseases include
tobacco use, insufficient
physical activity,
saturated fat, and
binge drinking (Centers for
Disease Control and
Prevention, n.d.).
4. Stir-Fry Can Reduce Chronic Diseases
Stir-fry, a traditional
Chinese dish consisting of
meat and vegetables, is
considered an effective way
for people to prevent
chronic diseases, because it
can provide the nutrients
that you need and make you
full without a lot of fat and
sodium (Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention, n.d.).
5. Practice
1. 1 out of 2 adults in the United States
suffer from chronic diseases. True or
False
2. Chronic disease is caused by_____,
____, ____, and______.
3. Stir-fry can reduce chronic diseases,
because it can make you full without a
lot of ______and fat.
a. sugar
b. sodium
c. meat
d. vegetables
6. Discussion
In her annual checkup, Amanda was
diagnosed with high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, and diabetes. In order to improve
her health, the doctor told her that she needs
to change her diet. What do you think
Amanda has been eating? How should she
change her diet? Why would this be
beneficial?
7. References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
(n.d.). Chronic diseases. Retrieved from
http://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resour
ces/publications/AAG/chronic.htm
