Question

A 49-year-old woman with obesity and metabolic syndrome asks about lifestyle interventions to reduce her cardiovascular risk. According to Australian preventive health guidelines, which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

At least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity physical activity is recommended, plus muscle-strengthening activities on 2 days per week

Answer

Physical activity has little effect compared with medication

Answer

Only vigorous activity provides cardiovascular benefit

Answer

Sedentary behaviour does not independently influence risk

Answer

Lifestyle changes are unnecessary once medication is started

Practice question

A 49-year-old woman with obesity and metabolic syndrome asks about lifestyle interventions to reduce her cardiovascular risk. According to Australian preventive health guidelines, which statement is most accurate?