What causes CHD? A GODDESS (8)

Age = vessels beocme less flexible with age Genetics = hypertension predisposes individuals Obesity = additional strain Diseases = increase risk (diabetes) Diet = rich in saturated fats, salts and alcohol increase risk Exercise= lack of it will increase risk Sex = males are more likely to develop it bec of lower estrogen levels Smoking = nicotine causes vasoconstriction = increases BP