Ellen and Jane Are Roommates Who Are Taking a Health

Ellen and Jane are roommates who are taking a health and nutrition course at their university. After completing their health family tree projects, they each discover that they both have genetic tendencies toward several chronic diseases. Ellen learned that she has a family history of colon cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension. Jane learned that she has a family history of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity. The roommates discuss lifestyle changes that they can make to reduce their risks of developing these chronic diseases. Help Ellen and Jane make the right decisions regarding their health and nutrition by answering questions 50-55. What should Ellen do to reduce her risk of developing hypertension?

A) Reduce her intake of lean meats
B) Increase her intake of fresh fruits and vegetables
C) Increase her intake of processed grains
D) Increase her wine consumption
E) Reduce her intake of vegetable oils