What is the hygiene hypothesis?

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: It asserts that early childhood exposure to microbes can prevent the development of allergies and that, conversely, reduced exposure to microbes can increase the chance of developing allergies. This may be due to the overuse of antiseptics and our health-conscious environment.

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____________________ is a viral infection that is commonly known as shingles

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Which activity is considered an aerobic exercise?

A) ?circuit training B) ?rock climbing C) ?stair climbing D) ?yoga E) ?Pilates

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Which of the following is not a characteristic of field tests?

a. multiple people tested at a time b. physiological measures estimated c. very controlled d. practical setting

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Patients express feelings by acting out roles with other patients: __________

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