A high-fiber diet can reduce pressure in the rectal veins and help prevent ________.

a. Reflux
b. hiccups
c. hemorrhoids
d. peptic ulcers
e. vomiting


Answer: C

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a. true b. false

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a. daily to ensure freshness. b. when they are in season. c. when they are reduced for clearance. d. early in the morning when they are first delivered to the store.

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