The risk of atherosclerosis increases with all of these factors except _____.
A) smoking
B) exercise
C) aging
D) diabetes
E) hypertensive shear stress

Question

The risk of atherosclerosis increases with all of these factors except _____.​
A) ​smoking
B) ​exercise
C) ​aging
D) ​diabetes
E) ​hypertensive shear stress

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Exercise is actually a protective factor against atherosclerosis, as it can help improve blood flow, decrease inflammation, and lower the risk of other contributing factors such as obesity and high blood pressure. The other options - smoking, aging, diabetes, and hypertensive shear stress - all increase the risk of atherosclerosis.

The Risk of Atherosclerosis Increases with All of These Factors