What is most typical of behavioral approaches toward smoking cessation?​

A) ​Behavior modification is more effective than cognitive-behavioral training.
B) ​Most behavioral approaches typically include a combination of strategies.
C) ​Relaxation training and social support work better than contracts or groups.
D) ​Group therapy and stress management are better than behavioral contracts.

What is the lymphatic system?

​Some people begin an exercise program and lose inches in the waist and hips, but do not lose weight. The best explanation for this is that they are building muscle and that muscle weighs more than fat.

Since 1960, death rates from cardiovascular disease have​

A) ​increased gradually.
B) ​increased markedly.
C) ​decreased dramatically.
D) ​remained about the same.

Chronic diseases include

A) diabetes.
B) HIV.
C) hepatitis.
D) influenza.

Which combination yields the lowest risk of cardiovascular disease?

A) Moderate total levels of cholesterol with a ratio of total cholesterol to HDL of more than 6 to 1
B) Moderate total levels of cholesterol with a 3.5 to 1 ratio of total cholesterol to LDL
C) Low levels of total cholesterol with a ratio of total cholesterol to HDL of less than 4.5 to 1
D) Low total levels of cholesterol with a 3.5 to 1 ratio of LDL to total cholesterol

Stretching every day can be harmful and may actually hurt the development of flexibility.