Women tend to develop heart disease later than men because
a) women have lower levels of HDLs compared to men.
b) women tend to consume more trans fatty acids than men.
c) the hormone estrogen has a protective effect in women before menopause.
d) women have more blood vessels than men which helps blood to circulate more efficiently.
Answer: c) the hormone estrogen has a protective effect in women before menopause.
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