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Handout
University of Wisconsin

The Why Files: Chocolate 'N' Your Heart

For Students 9th - 10th
Good news for chocolate lovers. The Why? Files have provided information discovering the positive effects of chocolate on bad cholesterol.
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Handout
Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Cholesterol Levels

For Students 9th - 10th
This effective site describes the different types of cholesterol, provides information on the optimal levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, and suggests lifestyle changes for improving cholesterol readings.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Cardiovascular System Health

For Students 6th - 8th
[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...
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Handout
University of Utah

University of Utah: Learn. Genetics: Good and Bad Cholesterol

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains the difference between high density and low density cholesterol, and how their levels affects one's risk of heart disease.