Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. It is possible to have high blood pressure for years without knowing it.
2. Mild hypertension can often be treated by changes in lifestyle alone.
3. High LDL levels and low HDL levels lower the risk of heart disease.
4. Reduction of saturated fat is a significant dietary change one can make to improve cholesterol levels.
5. The number of people with diabetes has declined over the past decade.


1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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