Use enumeration in paragraphs when you want to itemize or list aset of topics or a series of some kind. Enumeration is apowerful way to establish a series of observations and toemphasize each element. In the following paragraph, the itemsare enumerated in a series of itemized recommendations.
Have your blood cholesterol measured if you've never had itdone. Finger-prick tests at health fairs and other public placesare generally fairly accurate, especially if they're offered by ahospital or other reputable health group. When you know your"number," follow these guidelines from the National CholesterolEducation Program: - If your cholesterol is under 200 mg/dl, maintain a healthy lifestyle--including eating a low-fat diet, getting regular exercise, maintaining a health body weight, and not smoking--and get another test within five years.
- If your cholesterol is between 200 and 239 mg/dl, have a second test performed and average the results. If that number falls in the same range, and if you do have any form of cardiovascular disease, change your diet to improve your cholesterol. In addition, eliminate any other risk factors you have and get tested again in about one year.
- If your cholesterol is 240 mg/dl or more, your physician should order a more detailed cholesterol analysis and recommend therapy based on the results. You should begin a cholesterol-improving diet immediately.
--P. Insel and W. Roth, Core Concepts in Health
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