An overweight 45-year-old man has several family members with heart disease. He is concerned about inheriting the disease from his family members. Which of the following risk factors can he alter to reduce his chances of developing heart disease?

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Weight is a modifiable risk factor for heart disease. By managing his weight through diet, exercise, and possibly medical intervention, the man can reduce his risk of developing heart disease. Other factors listed such as gender, family history, age, and genetics are non-modifiable and cannot be changed.

An Overweight 45-Year-Old Man Has Several Family Members with Heart