Three major causes of atherosclerosis are:

a. hyperthyroidism, underweight, and poor appetite.
b. high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cigarette smoking.
c. constipation, peptic ulcer disease, and pancreatitis.
d. kidney failure, edema, and sodium retention


Answer: b. high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cigarette smoking.

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