March 15th, 2016 Persepolis by: Marjane Satrapi

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Directions: ANSWER USING COMPLETE SENTENCES! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Keeping your circulatory system healthy

Level#1: You should get at least 15 to 30 minutes of exercise every day. Eat foods that are low in fat and cholesterol. Fish, skinless chicken, tofu, beans, fruits, and vegetables are good for the blood and the heart. Butter, eggs, cheese, and animal fats, including meat, are high in cholesterol.

1. How much exercise should you get every day?





2. What kinds of foods should you eat to be healthy?





3. What are some foods that are good for your blood and heart?







Level#2: You should get at least 15 to 30 minutes of exercise every day. Eat foods that are low in fat and cholesterol. Fish, skinless chicken, tofu, beans, fruits, and vegetables are good for the blood and the heart. Butter, eggs, cheese, and animal fats, including meat, are high in cholesterol. Learn how to read food labels. Foods that contain "unsaturated fats" are healthier for you than foods that contain "saturated fats." Put less salt on your food. Salt can increase your blood pressure.

1. How much exercise should you get a day and what kinds of foods should you eat?





2. What are some examples of foods that are good for your blood and heart?





3. What are some examples of foods that are high in cholesterol?







Level#3: You should get at least 15 to 30 minutes of exercise every day. Eat foods that are low in fat and cholesterol. Fish, skinless chicken, tofu, beans, fruits, and vegetables are good for the blood and the heart. Butter, eggs, cheese, and animal fats, including meat, are high in cholesterol. Learn how to read food labels. Foods that contain "unsaturated fats" are healthier for you than foods that contain "saturated fats." Put less salt on your food. Salt can increase your blood pressure. Stay away from tobacco. Smoking leads to high blood pressure and a weak heart. Smoking also increases your risk of lung cancer. Get your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly by a doctor when you get a check-up.

1. How much exercise should you be getting daily and what types of foods should you be eating?





2. Give some examples of foods that are good for your blood and heart.





3. Give some examples of foods that are high in cholesterol.







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