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Lifestyle & Disease (Non-Communicable diseases: These cannot be passed…
Lifestyle & Disease
Non-Communicable diseases: These cannot be passed from person to person. They are not caused by pathogens.
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A diet high in salt can increase blood pressure, increasing the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
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A diet high in fat and low i vegetables increases the levels of certain types of cholesterol in blood
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Cigarette smoke contains a number of chemicals which can trigger cancer. These are called carcinogens.
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Effects of drinking alcohol on adults: Adults who drink alcohol excessively increase their risk of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer. Alcohol can also affect the brain, leading to addiction and memory loss.
Children born with fetal alcohol syndrome can have learning difficulties and other mental or physical problems.