CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Cardiovascular System Health
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] There are many risk factors that can cause a person to develop cardiovascular disease. A risk factor is anything that is linked to an increased chance of developing...
University of Utah
University of Utah: Learn. Genetics: Good and Bad Cholesterol
Explains the difference between high density and low density cholesterol, and how their levels affects one's risk of heart disease.
Other
Kids' World Nutrition Information: Understanding Food Labels
In order to plan a healthy diet, students must know how to read a food label. Food labels show that a food has a little or a lot of certain nutrients. Look on the side of a product to find the Nutrition Facts title, which is fully...
American Heart Association
American Heart Association: Conditions: Cholesterol: Why Cholesterol Matters
Learn what cholesterol is, the different types, and why high cholesterol is a health risk. Click on a link to view an illustration of HDL and LDL cholesterol within an artery, as well as learn about methods of prevention and treatment...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Cell Membranes and Trafficking Disorders
Practice for the MCAT with the following questions about cell membrane diseases.
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)
Smile: Starches and Fats
In this healthy eating lesson plan, young scholars distinguish between a food that contains starch and a food that contains fats.
Other
Diet: The Only Real Hope for Arthritis
In addition to discussing the use of a vegan diet to lower the risk of arthritis, this article also talks about diet as a means of preventing other diseases and disorders.
US Department of Agriculture
Choose My Plate: What Are Oils
This website defines "oils" and provides examples. It also names some of the uses for oils as well as sources.
US Department of Agriculture
Choose My Plate: Why Is It Important to Consume Oils?
Learn about certain types of fats and oils that are important to your health. This website provides a brief explanation of the nutrition and calories in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
Lab Tests Online: Cholesterol Test Sample
This brief site explains what cholesterol is and how the sample is collected for testing. Tips are given on how to cope with test pain, discomfort, anxiety related to the test and more.
Texas Heart Institute
Texas Heart Institute: Heart Information Center: Cholesterol
One-page overview containing beneficial information on cholesterol including what it is, guidelines for assessing risk factors, and treatment options.
US Department of Agriculture
Choose My Plate: How Are Oils Different From Solid Fats?
This website provides a brief paragraph explaining the difference between oils and solid fats. Also includes information on how certain fats are linked to health problems.
Other
Dr mirkin.com: Iron, Other Minerals and Heart Attacks
This site is a doctor's report on how iron intake could be related to heart attack incidents.