SCIENCE PROJECT GROUP 1

Chapter 4 : TRANSPORTATIAN

IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTAINING A
HEALTY HEART

Name: Christianson Tan Kai Shen

Class: 3B
Group Member: Alicia Tan Yu Han
Chong Wen Jen
Christianson Tan Kai Shen
 Darren Loh Duk Zong
Aim
To study the relationship between dietary habits and lifestyle
with health of the heart among the locals.

Study the following problem statement :

Since 2005,heart disease remains as one of the main causes of
death among Malaysians. This problem is closely related to their
dietary habits and lifestyles

Ways to prevent heart diseases :

Don't smoke or use tobacco
 Cigarette smoke reduces the oxygen in the blood, which
increases blood pressure and heart rate because the heart has
to work harder to supply enough oxygen to the body and
brain.
Get moving: Aim for at least 30 to 60 minutes of activity daily
 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic exercise, such as
walking at a brisk pace
 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity, such as
running
Eat a heart-healthy diet
 Vegetables and fruits
 Beans or other legumes
 Lean meats and fish
 Low-fat or fat-free dairy foods
 Whole grains
 Healthy fats, such as olive oil
Get good quality sleep
 People who don't get enough sleep have a higher risk of
obesity, high blood pressure, heart attack, diabetes and
depression.
Get regular health screenings
 Regular screening can tell you what your numbers are and
whether you need to take action.