HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor drugs block HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme that is involved in the production of cholesterol in the body

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: TRUE

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Socioeconomically disadvantaged people are more likely to engage in activities associated with cancer risk—for example, smoking and eating unhealthful foods. 2. Nitrates in food can inhibit cancer cell development. 3. About 15% of cancer deaths are related to general environmental pollution. 4. The Epstein-Barr virus that causes mononucleosis is also linked to some stomach cancers. 5. Colon cancer rarely occurs before age 50.

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Compounds called ________ carbohydrates are composed of more than two sugar units and include starches and dietary fiber.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Clubbing manifests itself as soft-tissue enlargement and abnormal curvature of the nails

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A/An ____________________ is the surgical removal of the lining of a portion of a clogged carotid artery leading to the brain

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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